Errors during meiosis can be detected using various techniques:
Karyotyping: This involves staining and visualizing chromosomes to identify structural abnormalities. Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH): This technique uses fluorescent probes to detect specific DNA sequences on chromosomes, useful for identifying translocations and deletions. PCR and Sequencing: These methods can identify smaller mutations, such as point mutations or insertions/deletions. Comparative Genomic Hybridization (CGH): This technique compares the DNA of a patient to a reference sample to identify gains and losses of chromosome regions.
