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Gene expression is the process by which the instructions stored in your DNA are converted into actual proteins and molecules that do the work in your cells. Think of it like reading a recipe from a cookbook—your genes are the recipes, and gene expression is the process of following those instructions to actually create the dish that affects how your body functions. This process determines everything from your eye color to how your immune system responds to disease, making it one of the most fundamental mechanisms of life.
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