Question

Which of the following does a logarithm of odds (LOD) score allow you to estimate?

A The recombination frequency between a marker and a trait locus
B The recurrence risk of a trait in a family
C The population attributable risk of a mutation
D The heritability of a trait
E The amount of selection on a trait

Answer 1

A logarithm of odds (LOD) score allows you to estimate the recombination frequency between a marker and a trait locus.

Step-by-step explanation:

A logarithm of odds (LOD) score allows you to estimate the recombination frequency between a marker and a trait locus. It is commonly used in genetic linkage analysis to determine the likelihood of two genetic markers being inherited together or separately. The LOD score is based on the probability of observing the data under the assumption of linkage versus the probability of observing the data under the assumption of no linkage.