The Main Purpose of Preparing Karyotypes is to ____

Question

The main purpose of preparing karyotypes is to ____.
A) prepare for gene extractions
B) determine gender
C) determine which genes are on which chromosomes
D) separate DNA into its component parts
E) diagnose or rule out certain genetic disorders

Accepted Answer

Karyotypes are typically used to identify or rule out genetic disorders, as they allow for a detailed examination of a person's chromosomes. While karyotypes may also provide information about the gender of an individual or the location of certain genes, their primary purpose is to help diagnose genetic conditions.