Etiology of Chromosome Abnormalities

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What is the most common cause of chromosome abnormalities?

  • Maternal age
  • Influence of environmental factors
  • Mistakes during cell division (correct)
  • Genetic predisposition

What is the result of most chromosome abnormalities?

  • Increased fertility
  • Mild mental and physical problems
  • Fatal outcomes (correct)
  • No noticeable effects

What is the purpose of screening for chromosome abnormalities?

  • To prevent mental and physical problems (correct)
  • To diagnose genetic disorders
  • To identify the cause of abortions
  • To detect chromosomal abnormalities in newborns

What type of testing do cytogeneticists use to detect chromosome abnormalities?

<p>Karyotype testing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between maternal age and chromosome abnormalities?

<p>Maternal age increases the risk of chromosome abnormalities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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