Errors in segregation
During this video, we will learn about how errors in the segregation of chromosomes can lead to genetic disorders such as Down syndrome, Patau syndrome and Edwards syndrome.
Talking point
Why do you think we don’t see trisomy of chromosome 1 routinely and why is Down syndrome the commonest of the trisomies?
Reflect on how long ago your mother’s egg started the journey towards making you.
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We have included PDF versions of the mitosis and meiosis diagrams and the ‘Down Syndrome Risk By Age’ graph in the downloads section below.
The Genomics Era: the Future of Genetics in Medicine
The Genomics Era: the Future of Genetics in Medicine
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