A karyotype is the number of chromosomes or the units of genetic information present in the cell.
Step-by-step explanation:
- karyotype can also show the size and shape of the chromosomes.
- Karyotype examination can be used to identify the abnormal chromosomes present in an organism.
- Karyotype examination is done by first taking the pictures of chromosomes and studied under the light of the microscope.
- Through karyotype analysis, we can determine the sex of the child as well as the abnormalities present in the organism by counting the abnormal size of chromosomes or abnormal shape of chromosomes.