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karyotyping
The examination of the chromosomes to determine the karyotype or particular chromosome complement of an individual as defined by the number, size, and centromere (constricted region of a chromosome where it performs certain functions during cell division) position of the chromosomes, usually in mitotic metaphase or the second stage of cell division, during which chromosomes line up in preparation for separation.
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