A scientist who specializes in cytogenetics, studying the relationship between cell structures (especially chromosomes) and inheritance.
From 'cytogenetics' plus '-ist' (one who practices). Refers to a specialized professional in the field that combines cytology and genetics.
Cytogeneticists literally make genetic diseases visible—they're the people who can look at your chromosomes under a microscope and sometimes spot the exact problem causing a genetic disorder. It's genetics made tangible.
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