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It can be. Basically most mutations (regardless of type; translocation, reversal, transcription, etc...) can cause hemophilia if they occur within a specific part of the genetic sequencing that codes for the production of the clotting factor proteins. This genetic sequence if found in a segment of the X chromosome.

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What is significance of translocation?

Translocations can result into gene dysregulation, thus leading to diseases like cancer.


What is caused by chromosomal translocation?

Chromosomal translocation can lead to genetic disorders and cancer. It can result in the fusion of genes from different chromosomes, creating abnormal gene products that may interfere with normal cellular functions. This can disrupt gene expression and lead to the development of various health conditions.


Does hemophilia have multiple alleles?

Hemophilia is primarily caused by mutations in specific genes, most commonly the F8 gene for hemophilia A and the F9 gene for hemophilia B. These genes do not have multiple alleles in the traditional sense, as hemophilia is typically inherited in an X-linked recessive manner with specific mutations leading to the disorder. However, there can be various mutations within these genes that result in different severities of the disease, but these are not classified as multiple alleles. Therefore, while there are different mutations, hemophilia does not exhibit multiple alleles in the classic genetic definition.


Is color blindness a result of translocation or deletion?

Color blindness is typically caused by a genetic mutation affecting the genes responsible for color vision, such as the OPN1LW and OPN1MW genes on the X chromosome. It is not usually associated with translocation or deletion of genetic material.


Royal hemophilia is the result of inheritance?

Yes, royal hemophilia, also known as the "Royal disease," is a hereditary bleeding disorder caused by a mutation in the gene responsible for producing a blood clotting protein. It is inherited on the X chromosome. Because males have only one X chromosome, they are more likely to express the hemophilia trait if they inherit the mutated gene.

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Is prader-willi syndrome a result of translocation?

According to the research I've done, Prader-Willi Syndrome is rarely a result of translocation, but it is a possibility. Translocation in this syndrome results in an inactivation of genes on the paternal chromosome 15.


What whoud be the result of a normal women having a child with a hemophilia men?

All Girls will be carriers of Hemophilia and all Males will be unaffected (they won't have Hemophilia).


What is transfer of genes between nonhomologous chromosomes?

Transfer of genes between nonhomologous chromosomes is known as chromosomal translocation. It can result in the fusion of two chromosomes or the exchange of genetic material between them. This process can lead to genetic abnormalities and diseases.


When part of the one chromosome breaks off and is added to a different chromosome the result is a?

Translocation


What genotype will result in Hemophilia?

XA Xa


Royal hemophilia is the result of what inheritance?

Hemophilia is broken into three subcategories; Hemophilia A, Hemophilia B, and Hemophilia C. These subcategories designate a person as having a deficiency of one of three specific clotting proteins. Hemophilia A is the deficiency of the protein called Clotting Factor VIII. Hemophilia B is the deficiency of Clotting Factor IX. Hemophilia C is the deficiency of Clotting Factor XI. "Royal" hemophilia is simply a reference to Hemophilia B and is therefore a result of a deficiency in the Clotting Factor IX protein. It is sometimes called the royal disease because it has been known to have been passed through some royal families throughout history.


Is sickle-cell disease a result of a translocation?

No. It arises due to point mutations (like A -> T).


What is significance of translocation?

Translocations can result into gene dysregulation, thus leading to diseases like cancer.


Is hemophilia a hereditary disease or acquired from microorganisms?

Hemophilia is not acquired from microorganisms. Hemophilia is typically a genetic disorder that can either be inherited or result from a random mutation. In rare cases non genetic forms (that can not be inherited or passed on) of hemophilia can be acquired due to liver impairment, and certain medications.


What occurs when a segment breaks of chromosome breaks off and reattaches to another chromosome?

This is known as a chromosomal translocation, which can result in genetic material being exchanged between chromosomes. Translocations can lead to disruptions in gene expression and potential genetic disorders. Depending on the specific genes involved, translocations can have diverse effects on an individual's health.


What is caused by chromosomal translocation?

Chromosomal translocation can lead to genetic disorders and cancer. It can result in the fusion of genes from different chromosomes, creating abnormal gene products that may interfere with normal cellular functions. This can disrupt gene expression and lead to the development of various health conditions.


What is the mutation in hemophilia?

Hemophilia is a mutation of either of the genes that make factor VII or IX. Hemophilia A is a mutation of the F8 gene and Hemophilia B is the mutation of the F9 gene. Both of these mutations occur on the sex-linked X chromosome.