En EspanolTalking Glossary of Genetic Terms
Christopher P. Austin, M.D. defines Spectral Karyotype (SKY)
Spectral Karyotype (SKY)
Spectral karyotype (SKY) is a karyotype in which the homologous pairs of chromosomes are manipulated in such a way that they have distinctive colors. The SKY technique makes it easier for scientists to detect chromosomal abnormalities, as compared with a conventional karyotype.
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