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Does fragile X get worse?
No, fragile x syndrome is not progressive
What cause fragile X syndrome?
The fragile X syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by mutation of the FMR1 gene on the X chromosome.
What gene abnormality may cause mental retardation?
Mental retardation may be caused by an inherited abnormality of the genes, such as fragile X syndrome.
What is the scientific name for Fragile x syndrome?
Martin Bell Syndrome.
What is the life expectancy of a person with fragile x syndrome?
Early diagnosis and intensive intervention offer the best prognosis for individuals with fragile X syndrome. Adults with fragile X syndrome may benefit from vocational training and may need to live in a supervised setting. Life span is typically normal
Is there a certain age for fragile x syndrome to occur?
Fragile X is a genetic abnormality which is inherited and individuals therefore have the condition from birth, although, depending on the severity of the symptoms it is often undetected until early childhood. The average age of diagnosis is 8 years old. If however, parents are known to be carriers of Fragile X, the child may be given a blood test early on which is used to diagnose fragile x.
By what other names is fragile X syndrome known?
also known as Martin-Bell syndrome, Marker X syndrome, and FRAXA syndrome
Who was the founder of fragile x syndrome?
Martin bell
How many people have fragile x syndrome?
4
Can a non repeat mother with out fragile x syndrome pass it to her male offspring?
A non-repeat mother without fragile X syndrome cannot pass the condition to her male offspring. Fragile X syndrome is caused by mutations in the FMR1 gene, specifically the expansion of CGG repeats, which typically occurs in carriers with a certain number of repeats. Since the mother does not have the syndrome or carry the premutation, her male offspring would not inherit the genetic mutation associated with fragile X syndrome.
Why chromosomal analysis is needed for bone marrow and fragile X-syndrome determination?
"Chromosomal analysis" should not be used for Fragile X Syndrome determination. Chromosomal analysis, Karotyping, has proven unreiable in diagnosis. Detemination can be made through DNA testing for Fragile X Syndrome, FMR1 DNA test.
What ethnic group is more likely to get Fragile X syndrome?
affects males and females of all ethnic groups. It is estimated that there are about one in 4,000 to one in 6,250 males affected with fragile X syndrome. There are approximately one-half as many females with fragile X syndrome as there are males
