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    GlossaryCircadian Clock Genes

    regulate body's internal 24-hour biological rhythms

    Circadian clock genes are a group of genes that regulate the body's internal biological clock, which follows a roughly 24-hour cycle. These genes influence various physiological processes, including sleep-wake cycles, hormone release, and even hair growth patterns, by controlling the timing of cellular activities.

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