Question

1. interpreting the karyotype: what notation would you use to characterize patient bs karyotype? 47, xy, +18 47, xy, +21 47, xxy 46, xx 8. making a diagnosis: what diagnosis would you give patient b? normal # of chromosomes klinefelters syndrome downs syndrome trisomy 13 syndrome

Explanation:

For question 7, the notation 47, XY, +21 indicates a male (XY) with an extra copy of chromosome 21 (trisomy 21). For question 8, Down's Syndrome is caused by trisomy 21.

Answer:

1. 47, XY, +21
2. Down's Syndrome