What is the warrior gene?
The “warrior” gene refers to a genetic variant of the MAOA gene that was named due to its link to aggressive behavior.
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How is the warrior gene inherited?
The MAOA gene is located on the X-chromosome. Men inherit only one X chromosome, so they have only one version of MAOA. If a man inherits the “warrior”
What is the function of monoamine oxidase A?
Monoamine oxidase A is an enzyme that breaks down neurotransmitters – chemical messengers involved in transmitting messages from the brain to the rest of the
