Which of the following describes an individual who is a carrier of a genetically inherited disease?

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A carrier of a genetically inherited disease does not have the disease themselves, but has one copy of the mutated gene that causes the disease. They can pass this mutated gene on to their offspring, who may inherit two copies of the gene and develop the disease. Therefore, the individual does not have the disease, but may have offspring with the disease.

Which of the Following Describes an Individual Who Is a Carrier