Mutations Flashcards
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What is a Karyotype?
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The Observed Characteristics of Chromosomes of an individual or species.
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What Are Karyotypes Used For?
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- To Diagnose Chromosomal Aberrations
(Abnormalities e.g. Missing/Extra
Chromosome) - To Determine Gender
3
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What Is The Karyotyping Procedure?
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- Sample Collected + Tissue Cultured
- Cells Treated with Chemical To Arrest In
Metaphase - Hypotonic Solution Separates Chromosomes
(Cause Swelling, Separating + Spreading) - Chromosomes Fixed On Slide
- Chromosomes Stained
- Cell Photographed, Enlarged + Cut Out
- Chromosomes Matched By Banding Patterns
- Chromosomes Arranged By Size + Location
Of Centromere
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