Trisomy 13, mosaicism (mitotic nondisjunction) - what does this mean
Trisomy 13, mosaicism (mitotic nondisjunction) is a chromosomal disorder caused by an extra copy of chromosome 13 in some or all of the cells of the body. it occurs when the chromosome 13 fails to separate during the formation of the egg or sperm, or when the egg and sperm join together, resulting in the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 13.
What happens during the disease - trisomy 13, mosaicism (mitotic nondisjunction)
Trisomy 13, mosaicism is a genetic disorder caused by an extra copy of chromosome 13 in some or all of the cells of the body. it is caused by a mitotic nondisjunction, which is a type of chromosomal error that occurs during cell division. during mitosis, the chromosomes fail to separate properly, resulting in one cell receiving two copies of the chromosome instead of one. this extra chromosome can be passed on to other cells, resulting in a mosaic pattern of cells with the extra chromosome. this can lead to a variety of physical and mental health issues, including heart defects, seizures, and intellectual disability.
Trisomy 13, mosaicism (mitotic nondisjunction) - Prevention
Prevention of trisomy 13, mosaicism (mitotic nondisjunction) is not possible, as it is a chromosomal disorder that is caused by a random error in cell division. however, there are measures that can be taken to reduce the risk of the disorder, such as pre-conception genetic counselling and screening, and avoiding exposure to environmental factors that may increase the risk of chromosomal abnormalities.