Reciprocal Translocation Carrier and Reproductive Outcomes
A reciprocal translocation occurs when two non-homologous chromosomes exchange segments. If no DNA is gained or lost, the carrier is “balanced,” but reproduction can still be affected. How it impacts embryos During meiosis, chromosomes must pair and separate correctly. In reciprocal translocation carriers, this process can generate embryos with: When to suspect carrier status IVF […]