Define the Terms Triploidy and Autosomal Trisomy and Describe Characteristics

question 58

Essay

Define the terms triploidy and autosomal trisomy and describe characteristics and consequences of each genetic disorder.

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Definitions:

Dermatomes

Areas of skin supplied by sensory nerves from a single spinal root, crucial for diagnosing conditions affecting the nerves and skin.

CNS

The central nervous system, comprising the brain and spinal cord, responsible for integrating sensory information and responding accordingly.

Blood-brain barrier

A semipermeable barrier of endothelial cells that prevents most substances in the blood from entering the brain, protecting it from pathogens and toxins.

Motor tremors

Involuntary, rhythmic muscle movements involving to-and-fro movements of one or more parts of the body.