Analyzing Chromosomes

Analyzing Chromosomes is a user-friendly guide for anyone new to the techniques of cytogenetics as well as for experienced researchers in need of a reliable reference. It focuses on the essential information needed to recognize different chromosomes using a variety of methods, and provides practical guidance for the use of these techniques in the laboratory. Detailed, step-by-step generic protocols are given and suggestions for modification of the techniques are provided. Attention is also focused on obtaining results, data interpretation and possible sources of errors and artifacts.