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Definition of Familial
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Familial: A condition that tends to occur more often in family members than is expected by chance alone. A familial disease may be genetic (such as cystic fibrosis) or environmental (such as chicken pox).