Chromosome Analysis, Fragile X Test Cost & Procedure

Chromosome analysis – what is it?

 It can assist in determining whether an illness or disease is caused by genetic anomalies. In This  test  ,there is counting of the chromosomes and looking for  chromosomes with structural abnormalities

What procedures are used in chromosomal analyses?

Chromosome analysis frequently involves the use of a blood sample.

Sometimes tissue (such as skin) or amniotic fluid (fluid from inside the womb) is evaluated. The cells will initially be grown in a lab (lab) using specialized chemicals.

Who should get their chromosomes examined?

There is studying of chromosomes and karyotyping for the patients who have

• Infertility
• Low stature
• Fetal loss
• Cancer
• Chromosomal or genetic disease risk
• intellectual disability

Is the examination of chromosomes a genetic test?

A karyotype test: what is it? One kind of genetic testing is the karyotype test. It examines the number, size, and structure of chromosomes in a sample of your body's cells.

Fragile X analysis: What is it?

Testing for fragile X syndrome involves DNA analysis. The size of the trinucleotide repeat section and the methylation state of the FMR1 gene can be used to identify the genotypes of people with FXS symptoms and people who are at risk for having the mutation.

Are there any health risks for fragile X carriers?

There are many risks to our health for fragile X carriers

If children are having this syndrome,a physician is consulted. The risk is increased ,when he is a potential carrier.

• Dementia.
• elevated blood pressure
• Depression.
• Anxiety.
• Migraines.
• Hypothyroidism.
• persistent ache
• Apneic sleep.

How many chromosomes does the fragile X syndrome possess?

When a disorder is X-linked dominant, it means that one of a gene's two copies in each cell must be altered for females to develop it (who have two X chromosomes).

A mutation in a gene's sole copy in each cell of males (who have only one X chromosome) causes the illness.

This gene creates a protein that supports healthy brain function. Fragile X syndrome may develop if this gene is mutated in any manner, preventing it from producing its typical protein.

Does fragile X syndrome mainly affect women?

Males and females are both impacted by FXS. Symptoms in women are frequently less severe than in men.