karyotype
IPA: kɛriʌtaɪp
noun
- (genetics) The observed characteristics (number, type, shape, etc) of the chromosomes of an individual or species.
- (genetics) A record of such characteristics, usually photographic.
- (obsolete, genetics) A group of individuals or species that have the same chromosomal characteristics.
verb
- (transitive) To investigate or record such characteristics.
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Examples of "karyotype" in Sentences
- That not all women are 46,XX karyotype.
- A karyotype is used to confirm the diagnosis.
- A karyotype is done to diagnose XXYY syndrome.
- A karyotype is a very useful tool in cytogenetics.
- The condition is verified only by karyotype testing.
- This is based on an overall different morphology and karyotype.
- It is detected on cytogenetics or a karyotype of affected cells.
- The preparation and study of karyotypes is part of cytogenetics.
- It is very rare due to the rareness of 3 mutations on a single karyotype.
- A karyotype is the characteristic chromosome complement of a eukaryote species.
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