Definition
A long biological molecule made of smaller subunits called nucleotides. Both DNA and RNA are examples of nucleic acids.
Use in clinical context
Analysing the nucleic acids of an individual or infectious organism can be used to inform treatment strategies or provide a diagnosis.
Related terms
Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) | Nucleotide | Ribonucleic acid (RNA)
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