The Congenital Gain or Loss of an Entire Chromosome in a Developing

question 12

Multiple Choice

The congenital gain or loss of an entire chromosome in a developing fetus usually results in what type of clinical condition?

• A)sexual ambiguity
• B)myeloid leukemia
• C)mental retardation
• D)usually incompatible with life

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Definitions:

Alcoholism

A chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and a preoccupation with alcohol, affecting physical and mental health.

Condition

A particular state of something or a situation with regard to circumstances or attributes.

-Oma

A suffix used in medical terminology to denote a tumor or neoplasm.

Tumor

An abnormal growth of tissue that can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous), caused by uncontrolled cell division.