cytogenetics

Introduction

The branch of genetics concerned with structure & function of the cell, especially that of chromosomes. It is a term used in reference to the microscopic study of chromosomes fixed in mitosis & stained with various agents to delineate characteristic chromosomal bands.

Also see karyotyping.

More general terms

• genetics
• clinical laboratory test

More specific terms

• cytogenetic abnormalities in ALL
• karyotyping
• ploidy measurement; somatic copy number alterations (SCNA)
• X chromosome inactivation