Aspiration pneumonia refers to pneumonia caused by accidental inhalation (aspiration) of food, drink, or vomit into the lungs. Swallowing difficulties, or conditions such as alcohol intoxication, confusion, or decreased mental alertness, may lead to aspiration pneumonia.
Karyotype is a test to identify and evaluate the size, shape, and number of chromosomes in a sample of body cells. Extra or missing chromosomes, or abnormal positions of chromosome pieces, can cause problems with a person's growth, development, and body functions.
Analysis of a Karyotype. It is often easier to understand a karyotype if a picture is taken. A karyogram is a photograph of an organism's chromosomes, in which the chromosomes have been sorted and arranged by size. Humans have a total of 46 chromosomes (23 from each parent), which you can see in the karyograms.he number and appearance of chromosomes vary among species. A karyotype is the number, size, and shape of chromosomes in an organism. To determine the karyotype of an organism, scientists must follow these steps: 1  Collect a cell from an individual.