Which among the following karyotype is characterised by Klinefelter’s syndrome ? |
XO XXY XYY XXO |
XXY |
The correct answer is Option (2) -XXY The chromosomal disorders are caused due to absence or excess or abnormal arrangement of one or more chromosomes. Klinefelter’s Syndrome : This genetic disorder is caused due to the presence of an additional copy of X- chromosome resulting into a karyotype of 47, XXY. Such an individual has overall masculine development, however, the feminine development (development of breast, i.e., Gynaecomastia) is also expressed. Such individuals are sterile. |