Karyotyping and Genetics Testing Template
Proceed to this website http://www.biology.arizona.edu/default.html
Interact: Karyotyping Activity. Read the “Introduction” and “Patient Histories,” then complete the karyotypes. After you successfully complete them, you will be asked to choose the genetic abnormality present in the patient sample. Write down your answers and then answer the questions below in the fill-in-the-blank problem section.
Assessment:
Each of the questions in Karyotyping and Genetics Testing Template involves a single-word answer or number answer.
Karyotyping and Genetics Testing Template
Short Answer (30 pts):
1. According to your analysis of patient A’s karyotype, you believe that this patient has the genetic condition known as ________________________ 21. (1 word answer)
2. According to your analysis of patient B’s karyotype, you believe that this patient has the genetic condition known as ________________________ syndrome. (1 word answer)
According to your analysis of patient C’s karyotype, you believe that this patient has the genetic condition known as Trisomy _______________. (1 number answer)
Short Essay (30 pts):
Use internet and book resources to determine the circumstances under which karyotyping is done in a health clinic setting. Also, share your thoughts regarding whether you or one of your family members would choose to undergo a karyotype test. The short essay must be 100–140 words.
