Definition
cytogenetic
adjective
- of or relating to the study of the structure and function of chromosomes, especially in relation to heredity and disease
Usage: technical; biology
Examples
- Cytogenetic analysis revealed an abnormality in the patient's chromosome structure.
- The laboratory performed cytogenetic testing to diagnose the genetic disorder.
- Cytogenetic techniques help researchers understand how mutations affect cell behavior.
- Modern cytogenetic methods can detect chromosomal changes at the molecular level.
- The cytogenetic report showed evidence of a translocation between two chromosomes.