Molecular Biology Research Technique
cytogenetic analysis
[ sahy-toh-juh-net-ik uh-nal-uh-sis ]
Subclass of:
Cytological Techniques; Genetic Techniques
Definitions related to cytogenetic analysis:
  • (chromab) The determination of the holistic or specific regional aberrations in a chromosome (insertions, deletions, amplifications, translocations).
    CDISC Terminology
    Clinical Data Interchange Standards Consortium (CDISC), 2021
  • Examination of CHROMOSOMES to diagnose, classify, screen for, or manage genetic diseases and abnormalities. Following preparation of the sample, KARYOTYPING is performed and/or the specific chromosomes are analyzed.
    NLM Medical Subject Headings
    U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2025
  • Techniques for analysis of chromosomal and subchromosomal properties and structures, such as those to diagnose, classify, screen for, or manage genetic diseases and abnormalities.
    NCI
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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