Jason carries the genes for a rare genetic disorder, but does not have any symptoms of the disease. In this case, we can say that the disease is part of Jason's __________

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Genotype refers to the genes that an organism carries, including both the dominant and recessive alleles. In this case, Jason carries the gene for the rare genetic disorder (which is likely recessive), but does not display any symptoms, indicating that he carries at least one dominant allele as well. Therefore, the disease is part of Jason's genotype.

Jason Carries the Genes for a Rare Genetic Disorder, but Does