In studies of human genetics,usually a single individual brings the condition to the attention of a scientist or physician.When pedigrees are developed to illustrate transmission of the trait,what term does one use to refer to this individual?
A)child
B)F1 B
C)mutant
D)proband
E)cousin

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The term used to refer to the individual who brings a genetic condition to the attention of a researcher or physician is the proband. This individual is typically the first person identified as having the condition in a particular family, and their family members are then studied to determine how the trait is transmitted from generation to generation.

In Studies of Human Genetics,usually a Single Individual Brings the Condition