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How do the karyotype of a person with triple x syndrome differ from a normal karyotype?
A person with Triple X syndrome (or Poly-X syndrome)is a woman; hence the fact that they have all "X" chromosomes, versus 1 "X" and 1 "Y" (XY), which would be a male. The difference is that during cell reproduction they manage to get an extra "X" chromosome, thus giving them 3 "X" chromosomes(XXX) in some, but not all, of their cells. A normal female karyotypewould only have 2 "X" chromosomes (XX).
Usually, there are no visual symptoms and the disease cannot be recognized just by looking at the person. A woman with Triple X tends to be tall and thin. Most are not mentally retarted (though in rare cases, they can be), butmost usuallyhave reproductive and mentrual difficulties/problems.
More info at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triple_X_syndrome
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Can a karyotype reveal turner syndrome?
Yes. A karyotype will show the chromosomes and an affected person will have XXY instead of XY for a normal male.
Is the karyotype of a person with schizophrenia normal or abnormal?
The majority of people with schizophrenia have normal karyotypes. If the karyotype is abnormal, it will be a coincidence and not the cause of the schizophrenia. For example, you can have Turner syndrome (1 X chromosome) and schizophrenia at the same time, but the Turner syndrome wouldn't have caused the schizophrenia.
A karyotype would be unable to Turner syndrome?
A karyotype can detect Turner syndrome by revealing a single X chromosome in females (45,X). This genetic condition is characterized by the absence of one X chromosome, which is visible on a karyotype analysis.
What is a person with Turner Syndrome missing in their karyotype?
The second X chromosome other females have.
What is achondroplasia's karyotype?
Achondroplasia is caused by a mutation in the FGFR3 gene and is not related to a specific karyotype. It is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern, and individuals with achondroplasia typically have a normal karyotype (46 chromosomes in humans).
How the karyotypes of klinefelter syndrome differ from the normal karyotypes?
The karyotype of a person with Down Syndrome differs from a normal karyotype because it contains a three chromosomes in the 21st slot, where there should only be a pair of two. That is why this is called Trisomy 21.
What can someone see in a karyotype?
They can see the Gender of the person and/or if they have any types of Syndromes such as (Patau Syndrom, Down Syndrome, etc.)
Whst is the syndrome if a person has a karyotype with the chromosome XXY?
A person with a karyotype of XXy has Klinefelter syndrome, a genetic condition that occurs when males have an extra X chromosome. This can lead to developmental and physical differences, such as infertility, reduced facial and body hair, and taller stature. Treatment may involve hormone therapy and assistance in managing associated symptoms.
Why do you think a doctor would be interested in looking at a person's karyotype?
A doctor might be interested in looking at a person's karyotype to identify chromosomal abnormalities such as Down syndrome or Turner syndrome, to diagnose genetic disorders or certain types of cancer, or to assess infertility issues. Karyotyping allows them to visually analyze the number, size, and shape of an individual's chromosomes.
How you know that you are normal?
Look at a downs syndrome person and if you are the same then you aren't normal!
What are the parts of a Karyotype?
A karyotype is an organized arrangement of a person's chromosomes. In a karyotype, chromosomes are sorted and numbered by size, from largest to smallest.
How are karyotypes associated with genetic diseases?
Karyotypes can reveal chromosomal abnormalities associated with genetic diseases, such as Down syndrome or Turner syndrome. By examining the number, size, and structure of chromosomes in a karyotype, geneticists can identify genetic disorders caused by changes in chromosome number or structure. Karyotyping is an important tool in diagnosing and understanding genetic diseases.
