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What is the basic building block of all living things and contains the body's hereditary material?
Where is DNA predominantly found in humans?
What is a thread-like structure made up of DNA and proteins located in the nucleus of a body cell?
Which cell part houses DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)?
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What is the scientific study of genes and heredity known as?
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In humans, how many chromosomes are arranged in pairs to form a total of 46 chromosomes?
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Which of the following genetic disorders is associated with Trisomy 21?
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What is the typical karyotype for a person with Klinefelter Syndrome?
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What percentage of first trimester miscarriages is attributed to chromosomal disorders of the fetus?
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What is the term for the complete set of genes present in a cell?
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Who would benefit from genetic counseling and testing?
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What is the nurse's role in genetic assessment and counseling?
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Which characteristic is associated with Down syndrome?
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'Epicanthal fold' is a common physical characteristic associated with which syndrome?
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'47XXY' karyotype is typically associated with which genetic disorder?
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'45XO' karyotype is typically associated with which genetic disorder?
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