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They don't know yet, Recent research suggests that a small number of Tourette syndrome cases may be caused by a defect on chromosome 13 of gene SLITRK1. and some other chromosomes like 7. There now busy with a study to find the genes that may cause tourette syndrome, results will be given by 2018
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On which chromosome is the defective gene located in Hurler's syndrome?
chromosome 4
What chromosome is Proteus syndrome located?
Proteus Syndrome more common in mails or females?
Is Tourette syndrome a single gene disorder?
The exact cause of Tourette syndrome is currently unknown, but it is well established that both genetic and environmental factors are involved. Genetic epidemiology studies have shown that the overwhelming majority of cases of Tourette syndrome are inherited, although the exact mode of inheritance is not yet known and no gene has been identified. It seems unlikely that only a single gene controls Tourette syndrome, most likely it is the result of some suite of interacting genes.
What organ systems are affected dy Tourette's?
Tourette's Syndrome affects the nervous system, which in turn affects the muscular system, causing tics.
What chromosome is affected by meckel syndrome?
Meckel Syndrome (type 1)is an autosomal recessive trait carried on chromosome 17.
What number of chromosomes are affected in tourette syndrome?
Either chromosome 13 or 7. Mostly 13
What is Tourette syndrome also called?
Tourette syndrome is also called Gilles de la Tourette Syndrome
When was Tourette Syndrome Association created?
Tourette Syndrome Association was created in 1972.
Does ziprasidone treat Tourette syndrome?
Ziprasidone is used to treat Tourette syndrome
What chromosome is Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome on?
It's located on the X chromosome.
On which chromosome is the defective gene located in Hurler's syndrome?
chromosome 4
Is Tourette's syndrome a hard disease to get?
Tourette's Syndrome is a heriditary disease, not a contagious one.
Where is the Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada?
The Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada is in Toronto, Ontario
Is Tourette's Syndrome contageous?
Tourette's syndrome is a genetic disorder and cannot be spread through the environment.
Where is the National Tourette Syndrome Association?
The National Tourette Syndrome Association is in Bayside, New York
What is the name of the movie featuring a child with Tourette's syndrome?
Tourette syndrome is a physical factor which causes muscle tissues to twitch. Tourette was a subject of recent film about a child with syndrome. The film was named "I Have Tourette's but Tourette's Doesn't Have Me". It was release in 2005.
What is tourettes syndrome and did Mozart have it?
Tourette Syndrome is a neurological disorder that can cause behaviorial outbursts and has no permanent cure and no Mozart did not have Tourette Syndrome he had ADHD.
