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chromosomal

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[kroh-muh-zoh-muhl, -soh-] / ˌkroʊ məˈzoʊ məl, -ˈsoʊ- /

adjective

  1. of, relating to, or impacting chromosomes.


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Because of a rare chromosomal condition, her son will require full-time care for the rest of his life.

From Slate ● Sep. 22, 2026

One of the earliest warning signs in this process is the presence of chromosomal abnormalities, which include changes in chromosome number or structure.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 10, 2026

Schlossberg's subtype of leukaemia - a chromosomal abnormality formerly called Inversion 3 - is even rarer, affecting only 1% to 2% of people with acute myeloid leukaemia.

From BBC ● Nov. 24, 2025

Zoo officials said that Maka was 5 when he was diagnosed with chromosomal abnormalities and had been receiving treatment throughout his life.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2025

As to which came first, the malignancy or the disturbance of the chromosomes, these workers say without hesitation that “the chromosomal irregularities precede the malignancy.”

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

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