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to prevent damage to actual chromosome
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No, a pedigree is a schematic used to track a genetic trait. Karyotypes are images of the chromosomes themselves and are used to diagnose genetic disorders caused by different number of chromossomes, such as Down's syndrome, Turner, Kleinefelter etc..
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Their chromosomes. Karyotyping is often used to diagnose genetic disorders where there is defect at a chromosomal level, such as a transformation, or a missing/additional chromosome. In Down's Syndrome, for example, there will be an extra copy of chromosome 21 which causes the condition.
it is easier to cut and past photographs and compare :)
it is easier to cut and past photographs and compare :)
to prevent damage to actual chromosome
it is easier to cut and past photographs and compare :)
A person with Down Syndrome will have 3 chromosomes for the 21st autosome. Karyotypes show these chromosomes which help to diagnose Down Syndrome.
There is no home-based, approved legal way to diagnose disease from your own computer. Attempting to do so can and HAS lead to misdiagnoses, mistreatment, and death. It is best to see a healthcare provider (doctor, pharmacist) to diagnose illness, as they have the proper knowhow and equipment to properly diagnose and treat illness.
Chromosomal disorders can be observed in a human karyotype. It can show whether there are extra chromosomes, or missing chromosomes, or malformed chromosomes, or whether chromosomes have extra pieces, or missing pieces.
People who hit themselves could have different diagnoses. It's best to ask a doctor this as they are qualified to diagnose.
No, a pedigree is a schematic used to track a genetic trait. Karyotypes are images of the chromosomes themselves and are used to diagnose genetic disorders caused by different number of chromossomes, such as Down's syndrome, Turner, Kleinefelter etc..
A person can self diagnose by using online medical instructions. Although this saves a lot of time and money, if done incorrectly can lead to serious consequences.
It means to discover the cause of a problem.
The diagnosis is confirmed with a blood test to look at the person's chromosomes so it can be seen if the second X chromosome is missing. This test is done after a doctor notices the person has characteristics associated with Turner syndrome.