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Pronounciation of 
    karyotype

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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related
terms:

chromosome



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