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Is Cockayne Syndrome a dominant or a recessive trait?
Cockayne syndrome is a recessive trait.
Are there any famous people who have Cockayne syndrome?
There's bound to be someone out there with Cockayne syndrome.
What race is affected by cockayne syndrome?
All races are affected by Cockayne Syndrome.To learn more about this syndrome visitwww.cockaynesyndrome.net
How is cockayne syndrome caused?
Cockayne syndrome is a autosomal disorder caused by a mutation in two genes. It causes short stature and sometimes aversion to sunlight.
Does cockayne syndrome affect specific populations of people more so than other populations?
yes
Can you die from cockayne syndrome?
Yes you can. There are 3 types of the syndrome. Type 1 the kids can live to be in there late teens to early 20's. Type 2 the kids live anywhere from 3 to 8 years old. With the mildest form Type 3 they can live to be in there 30's to 50's (only a handful have this type). To learn more about Cockayne Syndrome visit the Share & Care Cockayne Syndrome Network (related link) to get all the up to date info, research & events going on.
When was Leonard Cockayne born?
Leonard Cockayne was born in 1855.
When did Leonard Cockayne die?
Leonard Cockayne died in 1934.
When did Aston Cockayne die?
Aston Cockayne died in 1684.
When was Aston Cockayne born?
Aston Cockayne was born in 1605.
When did Elizabeth Cockayne die?
Elizabeth Cockayne died in 1988.
When was Elizabeth Cockayne born?
Elizabeth Cockayne was born in 1894.
