â¢ RECESSIVE ALLELE (noun). The noun RECESSIVE ALLELE has 1 sense: 1. an allele that produces its characteristic phenotype only when its paired allele is identical. Familiarity information: RECESSIVE ALLELE used as a noun is very rare.
Chondroitin is a molecule that occurs naturally in the body. It is a major component of cartilage, the tough, connective tissue that cushions the joints. Commercial chondroitin comes from natural sources, such as shark and bovine cartilage, or synthetic production. Chondroitin helps keep cartilage healthy by absorbing fluid (particularly water) into the connective tissue.
Can Glucosamine and Chondroitin Cause Side Effects? Glucosamine and chondroitin are dietary supplements used most often for treating arthritis. In general, these supplements are not likely to cause significant side effects in most people. However, some side effects have been reported. (This article covers many, but not all, of the possible side effects with glucosamine and chondroitin. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of side effects with you.)