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Autosome




Non-autosomal chromosomes are usually referred to as Sex Chromosome s, allosomes or heterosomes. An ''autosomal dominant gene'' is one on an autosome that is always expressed, even if a single copy exists. The chance is 1 in 2 (50%) for passing this ''autosomal dominant gene'' to a particular offspring. There are 23 pairs of chromosomes in humans (44 autosomes, 2 sex chromosomes).


Uses

CODIS uses Autosomal DNA markers for its genetic databases, these markers are;


Additional marker systems tested for commonly include {Link without Title} ;




NOTES

1.There are a total of 22 autosomes and 1 unpaired sex chromosome in a gamete.


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