Asked by Rodrigo Martin on Jul 31, 2024
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A karyotype shows the gender of an individual, as well as many genetic abnormalities.
Karyotype
The number and appearance of chromosomes in the nucleus of an eukaryotic cell. The term is also used for the complete set of chromosomes in a species or an individual organism.
- Interpret a karyotype for gender determination and identifying genetic abnormalities.
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ryene smithAug 06, 2024
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Explanation :
A karyotype displays the 23 pairs of chromosomes in an individual, including the sex chromosomes which determine the individual's gender. It can also reveal any genetic abnormalities or chromosomal disorders such as Down syndrome or Turner syndrome.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret a karyotype for gender determination and identifying genetic abnormalities.