In a way that is passed down through genes or family inheritance from one generation to the next.
From 'hereditary' plus '-ly' adverbial suffix. Describes the manner in which traits or characteristics are transmitted genetically or through family lines.
When scientists say a disease is 'hereditarily transmitted,' they mean it runs in families because of shared genes, which helps doctors predict who might need earlier screening.
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