Labster - Cytogenetics Virtual Lab Simulation

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Get your free trial here: https://www.labster.com/courses/LabsterX/CYT101/2014/about ABOUT THE VIRTUAL LAB SIMULATION In the Cytogenetics lab, students learn about subjects such as techniques used in prenatal diagnostics chromosomal disorders and the consequences an unborn child may face. SUMMARIZED LEARNING OUTCOMES - Learn about medical genetic counseling especially in the case of prenatal diagnostics - Understand and perform array Comparative Genome Hybridization (array CGH) - Understand and perform karyotyping - Understand how manifestation can be linked to underlying syndromes that are inherited from the parents DETAILED LAB DESCRIPTION Ultrasound Examination and Amniocentesis Students begin this lab in an ultrasound examination room where a young mother-to-be receives an abnormal ultrasound result. Students must find the underlying cause and inform the couple about possible outcomes of their unborn child and future children. Array CGH and Karyotyping In order to find the underlying cause, students need to perform array CGH using an amniocentesis sample. Students learn the basic principles of array CGH and how to analyze their result. In order to confirm findings, students are required to perform karyotyping for both the fetus and parents. Students learn how to prepare amniocentesis and blood sample for karyotyping and how to analyze their results. Medical Genetic Counseling Based on the results and information collected during counseling with the parents; students conclude the underlying cause of the fetus abnormality. Students must explain the fetus’ medical condition and advise the parents in future circumstances.