ISSN:
1432-1203
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Summary Silver-stained synaptonemal complexes in surface-spread pachytene nuclei from a man, heterozygous for a reciprocal translocation, were analysed by electron microscopy. Contrary to the classically expected cross-shaped configuration, extensive non-homologous pairings were observed with asymetrical association in the lateral elements of the non-homologous arms of the quadrivalents. A possible role of the heterosynapsis in reproductive failure is discussed.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00202409