A cytogenetic analysis is performed, and the result is inv (7) (q21q32). Name the structural aberration, and explain how it was formed
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: This structural aberration is paracentric inversion caused by the occurrence of two breaks and the material inverts between the breaksand then is repaired. Paracentric inversions do not involve the centromere.
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A) Determination of the best fit line through a large set of data points B) Generation of a standard curve from which information about a sample, such as concentration, can be determined C) Identification of outliers, trends, and shifts in data that may indicate a malfunction or other problem D) Maintenance of laboratory equipment in compliance with the International Sensitivity Index (ISI)
While transporting a patient with schizophrenia, he suddenly screams, "Do you see that snake? It is right next to you! Kill it!" How should you respond to this patient?
A) "Where do you see the snake? Can you describe its color? Do you see more than one?" B) "There is not a snake in the ambulance. They could not live in here because there is no food." C) "I do not see a snake; I see a stethoscope. I do not doubt that you believe you see a snake, though." D) "What do you mean a snake? This is a new ambulance. I hope that it did not come with a snake!"