Glossary

Predisposition

Predisposition

Prädisposition·Also: Veranlagung, Anfälligkeit

A predisposition is an inborn or acquired susceptibility to developing a particular disease. It means an increased risk, but not that the disease will necessarily occur. Hereditary factors often play a role.

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