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defined:
The chromosomal complement of an individual, including the number of chromosomes and any abnormalities. The term is also used to refer to a photograph of an individual's chromosomes.
explained:
Listen to a detailed explanation. Dr. Fabio Candotti of the National Human Genome Research Institute's, Clinical Gene Therapy Branch, defines karyotype.
illustrated:
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relatedterms:
chromosome
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