Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
karyogram
noun
/ˈkeriəˌɡram/
Definition
A karyogram is a photographic or digital representation of the chromosomes in a cell, arranged in a standard format.
Examples
- The geneticist examined the karyogram to identify any chromosomal abnormalities.
- A karyogram can help in diagnosing certain genetic disorders.
Meaning
It is used for analyzing the number, shape, and size of chromosomes in order to identify abnormalities in genetic information.
Synonyms
- chromosome map
- chromosomal analysis
