1. Schematic map of the X and Y chromosomes
Schematic map of the X and Y chromosomes The X and Y chromosomes are depicted, showing the short (p) and long (q) arms and centromeres (black circle). The pseudoautosomal regions (PAR) 1 and 2 are highlighted in red. The sex-determining genes SRY and DAX1 are indicated. The location of the X inactivation centre (XIC) and the XIST gene is shown. Locations of other genes specifically mentioned in the text are indicated.
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