A comprehensive note on mitosis covers the fundamental process of cell division, outlining the stages from interphase to cytokinesis.
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Introduction: Types of Serum marker: Maternal serum marker tests are blood tests that are used to screen for certain chromosomal abnormalities or birth defects in a developing fetus. The tests measure the levels of specific substances, known as markers, in the blood of the pregnant woman. Elevated levels of certain markers can indicate an increased
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Introduction: Procedure: Amniocentesis is typically performed between the 15th and 20th weeks of pregnancy. The procedure is usually done in a doctor’s office or clinic, and takes about 15-20 minutes. Here is an overview of the steps involved in an amniocentesis: Preparation: The patient will be asked to lie on an exam table on the
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Molecular diagnostics tests play a crucial role in modern medicine, utilizing advanced techniques such as PCR, NGS, and gene expression analysis to analyze DNA and RNA for genetic disorders, infectious diseases, oncology, and pharmacogenetics.
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Amino acid metabolism disorders, also known as inborn errors of metabolism, are genetic disorders affecting the processing and utilization of amino acids in the body.
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Introduction: There are two main forms of cell death: apoptosis and necrosis. Apoptosis is a type of programmed cell death that occurs in multicellular organisms. It is a normal and important process that occurs during the development and maintenance of tissues, and it helps to keep the number of cells in an organism under control.
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The hexose monophosphate pathway, also known as the pentose phosphate pathway or the phosphogluconate pathway, is an anabolic pathway that occurs in the cytosol of eukaryotic cells and bacteria.
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A karyotype is a visual representation of the chromosomes in an individual’s cells, typically obtained through a process called karyotyping. The notes on karyotyping may include information about the arrangement, structure, and characteristics of an individual’s chromosomes.
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AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition
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Introduction: Cancer is a term used to describe a wide range of illnesses that are all defined by the growth of abnormal cells that have the capacity to invade and kill healthy bodily tissue while also dividing uncontrolled. Many tumors and the aberrant cells that make up the cancer tissue are further characterized by the
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