Chromosome translocations are relatively common in humans. They result from the exchange between nonhomologous autosomes. Approximately one couple out of 600 carries a reciprocal translocation [1].

Chromosomal translocations and inversions are present in ∼0.6–1% of individuals. Although the majority are inherited, and the familial transmission across generations is well reported, reports of ...

STRUCTURAL heterozygosis is the existence in heterozygous state of an interchromosomal or intrachromosomal rearrangement. Fragmentation of two chromosomes and the mutual exchange through reunion of ...

MONGOLISM is usually the result of trisomy of a small acrocentric chromosome in Group 21–22 in the Denver Classification. This is generally referred to as 21-trisomy. These patients have a somatic ...

Your genes are made of DNA. This DNA provides instructions, which determines traits like your hair color and blood type. There are different versions of genes. Each ...