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What is kliefelters syndrome?
Klinefelter syndrome is a genetic condition that results when a boy is born with an extra copy of the X chromosome. Klinefelter syndrome is a common genetic condition affecting males.
What is the more common name of monosomy X?
Turner syndrome or Ullrich-Turner syndrome.
A congenital endocrine condition caused by the presence of an extra X chromosome is?
DOWNS Syndrome.
What is The FOX Syndrome?
The FOX syndrome, also known as Fragile X syndrome, is a genetic condition that causes a range of developmental problems including learning disabilities and cognitive impairment. It is caused by a mutation on the X chromosome and is more common in males than females. Symptoms may vary in severity and can include social and behavioral challenges.
What it turner syndrome?
a genetic condition in which a female does not have the usual pair of two(2) X chromosomes.
A female with only one x chromosome is called?
The XO condition is known as Turner's Syndrome.
What are the symptoms of Fragile-X Syndrome?
Fragile X Syndrome (also known as FXS) is a life-altering condition that causes intellectual frailty. Those affected are prone to behavioral and learning challenges and may have physical imperfections.
What are some unique aspects of fragile X syndrome?
The phenomenon of an expanding trinucleotide repeat in successive generations is called anticipation. Another unique aspect of fragile X syndrome is that mosaicism is present in 15-20% those affected by the condition
What is the treatment for fragel x syndrome?
A treatment plan for fragile X syndrome is tailored to the patientâ??s specific needs. Common treatments are: special education, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and medication.
Compare and contrast Turners syndrome and Klinefelters syndrome?
With Turner's Syndrome, the females actually have 1 less chromosome, not an extra one or sometimes only part of the X chromosome is missing. Klinefelter's syndrome, 47, XXY, or XXY syndrome is a condition in which human males have an extra X chromosome. While females have an XX chromosomal makeup, and males an XY, affected individuals have at least two X chromosomes and at least one Y chromosome.
Is the Fragile X Syndrome more common in one ethnicity?
Yes, Fragile X Syndrome is more common in individuals of Caucasian descent compared to other ethnicities. It is estimated to occur in approximately 1 in 4,000 males and 1 in 6,000-8,000 females of Caucasian background.
By what other names is fragile X syndrome known?
also known as Martin-Bell syndrome, Marker X syndrome, and FRAXA syndrome
