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The AFC curve shifts upward if


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Aneuploidies

Chromosomal abnormalities where the number of chromosomes in a cell is not an exact multiple of the haploid set, leading to genetic disorders or variations.

Chromosome

A structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.

Maternal PKU

A concern in pregnancies of women with phenylketonuria (PKU), where elevated levels of phenylalanine can lead to developmental issues in the fetus.

Homozygous Recessive

A genetic condition where an individual inherits two identical recessive alleles for a particular trait, often resulting in the expression of that trait.

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