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Mutations in the FGFR3 gene are the cause for achondroplasia (short-limbed dwarfism).
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How much is medicines or hospitals for people with achondroplasia?
There are no medications for achondroplasia
How is achondroplasia diagnosed?
whats the name of the test that diagnoses achondroplasia
Is achondroplasia caused by a mutation?
Yes, it is caused by an autosomal dominant mutation. One copy of the mutation will cause the condition.
Do Ellie Simmonds parents have achondroplasia?
no Ellie Simmonds parents has not got achondroplasia
Is achondroplasia hereditary?
yes, achondroplasia is hereditary and if one of a parent has it you have 50% chance to inheriting it.
How did the issue of heredity cause a problem for Muslims?
Trick question. It did not!
Who concluded that heredity was the cause for success running in families?
Goddard
Is there a cure for achondroplasia?
No
Is anyone looking for a cure for achondroplasia?
Yes ,we are looking for a cure for achondroplasia. Please help! Amita
What is the name of the gene for Achondroplasia?
Achondroplasia is caused by a mutation of the fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 (FGFR3) gene.
Can you get achondroplasia with out having a parent that has it?
Yes People with achondroplasia can be born to parents that do not have the condition. This is the result of a new mutation.[2]
How Heredity and environment causes individual differences?
Heredity causes individual differences because of genetic traits passed down from parent to child. The environment can cause individual differences due to inequality or even accidents.
