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Is progeria a dominant or recessive gene?
Progeria is caused by a dominant mutation in the LMNA gene. It is a rare genetic disorder that results in accelerated aging in children.
Can adults get Progeria?
No, adults can't get progeria, progeria is in the genes, so the person will be immediatly affected with it, you don't see adults with progeria, because most people with progeria die before they turn 13
What is the chart of chromosomes called?
A karyotype.
A visual display of the chromosomes of a person arranged by size shape and patterns of banding is called?
A karyotype is a visual display of the chromosomes arrangeed by size, shape, and banding pattern.
What is the name of the disease that causes rapid aging?
Progeria is the name of the disease that causes rapid aging in children. It is a rare genetic disorder that results in accelerated aging and affects various systems in the body.
Did Tom Cruise have progeria?
No, Tom Cruise has never had progeria.
Is progeria autosomal or sex-linked?
Progeria is autosomal dominant.
What is a picture called of all the chromosome in a cell?
A picture of chromosomes is called a "karyotype."
What is a picture that shows chromosomes arranged in pairs is a?
Karyotype
Has anyone survives progeria?
The oldest person recorded with Progeria, was 21.
Are there been any new genetic treatments to treat progeria?
There is no treatment for progeria. That is genetic aberration and not a disease.
Are people with progeria obese?
The exact opposite. Children with Progeria are extremely skinny.
