noun
- plural of proband; individuals serving as the starting point for the genetic study of a family
Usage: medical; genetics
Examples
- The researchers identified several probands with the rare genetic disorder.
- All probands in the study showed similar symptoms at diagnosis.
- Family histories were collected for each of the probands.
- The probands were recruited from multiple medical centers.
- Genetic counselors interviewed the probands and their relatives.
- DNA samples were obtained from probands and their family members.