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Well there is actually several. There is XXY, Klinefelter: XYY, "Super male": XXX, perfectly normal but still a abnormality: and XO or Turner syndrome, sterile female, small stature, normal intelligence. These are the most well documented but I am sure there is more out there.
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If Rett syndrome is a chromosomal abnormality what is the abnormality?
Rett syndrome is not primarily caused by a chromosomal abnormality, but rather a genetic mutation in the MECP2 gene located on the X chromosome. This gene provides instructions for making a protein that is important for brain development. Mutations in the MECP2 gene disrupt the production of this protein, leading to the characteristic features of Rett syndrome.
What is the most common chromosomal abnormality in humans?
The most common chromosomal abnormality in humans is Down syndrome, which is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. It occurs in about 1 in 700 births.
What abnormality has Philadelphia chromosome possess?
The Philadelphia chromosome abnormality is that chromosome 9 and 22 have swapped places. This abnormality causes a higher susceptibility to forms of leukemia. Specificly it is connected most commonly to chronic myelogenous leukemia.
Who discovered 47 XYY?
The discovery of the 47 XYY syndrome was first reported by Patricia A. Jacobs and J.A. Strong in 1961. They described a male with an extra Y chromosome, leading to the identification of this chromosomal abnormality.
What causes the deletion of chromosome 5?
Deletion of chromosome 5 can be caused by genetics mutations during cell division, exposure to certain chemicals or radiation, or spontaneous errors in DNA replication. It can also be inherited from a parent who carries a chromosomal abnormality.
Is achondroplasia a chromosomal abnormality?
Yes, it takes place in chromosome 4.
Is chromosomal abnormality in albinism?
yes it is. It affects chromosome 11.
If Rett syndrome is a chromosomal abnormality what is the abnormality?
Rett syndrome is not primarily caused by a chromosomal abnormality, but rather a genetic mutation in the MECP2 gene located on the X chromosome. This gene provides instructions for making a protein that is important for brain development. Mutations in the MECP2 gene disrupt the production of this protein, leading to the characteristic features of Rett syndrome.
What is the most common chromosomal abnormality in humans?
The most common chromosomal abnormality in humans is Down syndrome, which is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. It occurs in about 1 in 700 births.
What is meant by chromosome?
A chromosomal abnormality occurs when any of the genes that make up a human, animal, or plant has a genetic mutation.
What gene is affected in Down Syndrome?
It is the result of a chromosomal abnormality, in which there is an extra chromsome on the chromosome 21 pair. This is call trisomy 21.
If the disease is a chromosomal abnormality describe the abnormality?
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Is marfan syndrome a chromosomal abnormality?
No, Marfan syndrome is not a chromosomal abnormality. It is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the fibrillin-1 (FBN1) gene, which affects the body's connective tissue. This gene is located on chromosome 15.
Is huntingtons a chromosomal or a genetic disease?
Hungtington's disease is a dominant mutation in the gene that codes for the protein 'Huntington' It only affects a single gene, the remainder of the chromosome is unaffected and therefore it is not a chromosomal abnormality
What is meant by chromosomal abnormality?
Chromosomal abnormality is a broader term, describing duplications, loss, gain etc, of a particular chromosome. More related to the structures in an ideogram.Genetic disorder is a much broader term that describes any chromosomal or genetic changes. A disease condition.
What is a chromosomal defect?
A abnormality in the size, shape, or number of chromosomes.
What type of condition is trisomy?
Trisomy an abnormality in chromosomal development.
