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  1. Chromosomal translocation - Wikipedia

    This includes "balanced" and "unbalanced" translocation, with three main types: "reciprocal", "nonreciprocal" and "Robertsonian" translocation. Reciprocal translocation is a chromosome …

  2. Translocation - National Human Genome Research Institute

    6 days ago · A translocation, as related to genetics, occurs when a chromosome breaks and the (typically two) fragmented pieces re-attach to different chromosomes. The detection of chromosomal …

  3. What Are Translocations? What Disorders Do They Cause? - WebMD

    Dec 2, 2024 · A translocation chromosome mutation can be of two types — reciprocal and Robertsonian. In a reciprocal translocation, two different chromosomes have exchanged pieces with …

  4. Translocation: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

    Nov 1, 2023 · Translocation means a change in location. It often refers to genetics, when part of a chromosome is transferred to another chromosome. Chromosomes are structures that carry genes, …

  5. What Is a Chromosomal Translocation and How Does It Happen?

    Jul 24, 2025 · A chromosomal translocation occurs when a piece from one chromosome breaks off and reattaches to a different chromosome, or when two chromosomes swap pieces. This rearrangement …

  6. Definition of translocation - NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms

    translocation (TRANZ-loh-KAY-shun) A genetic change in which a piece of one chromosome breaks off and attaches to another chromosome. Sometimes pieces from two different chromosomes will trade …

  7. What Are Translocations? - iCliniq

    Feb 26, 2024 · Translocation is the process by which a piece of a gene moves from one location to another inside a cell's genome or between different cells or organisms.

  8. Translocation: Origin, Types and Effects | Genetics

    Intra-chromosomal (internal) translocation or shift: A segment of a chromosome is shifted from its original position to some other position within the same chromosome.

  9. TRANSLOCATION Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of TRANSLOCATION is the act, process, or an instance of changing location or position.

  10. Translocation in Genetics | Definition, Types & Examples

    A translocation in genetics occurs when a segment of one chromosome breaks and attaches to a new locus on the same chromosome or to a non-homologous chromosome.