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Cytogenetic and Molecular Investigations in Chromosomal Instability Syndromes
In a number of genetic disorders with an autosomal recessive mode of inheritance, increased spontaneous and/or induced chromosomal instability has been found. The knowledge of the underlying gene mutations and...
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Chorionic Villi Analysis
Since the mid-1980s, chorionic villi sampling in the first trimenon of pregnancy (CVS I) has gained increasing acceptance for prenatal diagnosis of fetal genetic diseases. The tissue sampling is performed in t...
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Chromosomal Instability Syndromes in Man
One main aim of mutagenesis research is to evaluate the potential genetic hazard of physical or chemical agents to human beings. In many countries risk assessment of a supposed mutagen is strictly regulated de...
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Zelldifferenzierung
Mit dem „Kleinen Blutbild“ werden die relevanten quantitativen Parameter: Hämoglobinkonzentration, Erythrozyten-, Leukozyten- und Thrombozytenzahl, Hämatokrit und die Erythrozytenindizes erfaßt. DasDifferentialbl...
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Abstracts of Selected Posters
The analysis of chromosomes of mouse embryos permits detection of transmitted chromosome damage. The protocol involves the treatment of one parent (usually the male) with a clastogen, recovery of embryos and p...