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Can animals get klinefelters or turners syndrome as humans do?
Yes animals do sometimes have Turner's syndrome or Klinefelter's syndrome with similar characteristics as those observed in humans.
Does x-inactivation happen in klinefelters syndrome?
X-inactivation typically occurs in individuals with Klinefelter syndrome, which is characterized by having an extra X chromosome (XXY). However, the extra X chromosome in Klinefelter syndrome may not undergo inactivation completely, leading to some cells expressing genes from the additional X chromosome. This can result in a variety of symptoms and characteristics associated with Klinefelter syndrome.
What does klinefelters syndrome come from what type of mutation?
Klinefelter syndrome is caused by the presence of an extra X chromosome in males due to a random error in cell division, known as nondisjunction. This results in a chromosomal mutation where males have an additional X chromosome, leading to physical and developmental differences.
Compare and contrast Turners syndrome and Klinefelters syndrome?
With Turner's Syndrome, the females actually have 1 less chromosome, not an extra one or sometimes only part of the X chromosome is missing. Klinefelter's syndrome, 47, XXY, or XXY syndrome is a condition in which human males have an extra X chromosome. While females have an XX chromosomal makeup, and males an XY, affected individuals have at least two X chromosomes and at least one Y chromosome.
When was turner syndrome discovered?
Turner's syndrome was first described by Dr. Henry Turner in 1938, but it was not until 1960 that the chromosomal abnormality was discovered. ...
What chromosome is klinefelters syndrome located on?
they have a extra chromosome, a normal male is XY, a male with klinefelters is XXY.
Is klinefelters syndrome deadly?
Yes i belive it is ny g
Is klinefelters syndrome autosomal or x- linked?
X-linked
How does klinefelters syndrome affect the rest of the family?
I don't know tell me the answer
Is klinefelters syndrome debilitating?
Physically, no; mentally, that's up to the strength of the individual.
Can animals get klinefelters or turners syndrome as humans do?
Yes animals do sometimes have Turner's syndrome or Klinefelter's syndrome with similar characteristics as those observed in humans.
I what conditions is caused by a sex-linked gene klinefelters syndrome down syndrome muscular dystrophy?
Klinefelters is sex chromosome trisomy. Down Syndrome is trisomy. One of the most common forms of MD is sex-linked and affects boys more frequently than it does girls.
What disease afflicts males in which normal sexual characteristics fail to develop?
Klinefelters Syndrome
Does the Y chromosome in Klinefelters syndrome look like the X chromosome?
No. People with Klinefelter's syndrome have a normal Y chromosome and 2 normal X chromosomes.
Is a man with Klinefelters syndrome is likely to display some female characteristics?
Yes. Enlarged Breasts is one characteristic
Can a male with klinefelters syndrome produce a baby without klinefelters syndrome?
First a testicular biopsy should be done to determine if he has any viable sperm. Some men with this condition do have some viable sperm in their testicles and if he does, in-vitro fertilization may be a possibility. However, if he does not have any viable sperm, then you would need to use donor sperm to become pregnant. Hope this helps.
Can you get an army medical waiver if you have klinefelter syndrome?
Yes, klinefelters is waiverable in the us army but the marines or navy will disqualify you if they find out.
