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Jacob's Syndrome is where there is an extra copy of the Y chromosome. This can lead to learning disabilities and delayed development of speech

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All are conditions associated with changes in human chromosomes numbers except A Down Syndrome B Turner Syndrome C Klinefelter Syndromme D Jacobs Syndrome E Fragile X Syndrome?

The answer is D. Jacobs Syndrome


Does Jacobs syndrome affect males or females?

Jacobs syndrome, also known as XYY syndrome, affects males. It is a genetic condition caused by the presence of an extra Y chromosome in males.


Who is Jacobs syndrome named after?

Jacobs syndrome is named after Dr. D. H. Jacobs, who first described the condition in 1961. It is a genetic disorder resulting from the presence of an extra Y chromosome in males, leading to a 47, XYY karyotype. Individuals with Jacobs syndrome may exhibit certain physical and behavioral characteristics, although many lead typical lives.


What are the symptoms of Jacob's syndrome?

some symptoms of the Jacobs syndrome include swollen joints, joint stiffness, camptodactyly, arthritis, immaturity, and inflamed pericardium.


Do any famous people have triple x syndrome?

Patricia Ann Jacobs(1934-)has Triple X Syndrome. She is the first lady diagnosed Triple X. She is studying genetics now.


What does it mean to dream of a coat of many colors?

Two possibilities 1. you're going to be a very messy painter/decorator... 2. You have Jacobs syndrome...


What is the birth name of Billy Jacobs?

Billy Jacobs's birth name is Paul Jacobs.


What is the birth name of Jaye Jacobs?

Jaye Jacobs's birth name is Emma Jacobs.


How is Jacobs syndrome inherited?

It's not. Jacob, XYY, syndrome is completely random disease; unlike most genetic diseases. It is caused by the accidental inheritance of an extra Y chromosome. Typically a father only gives one Y chromosome, but one mistake can cause a sperm to to carry that extra chromosome.


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.


Who is glen Jacobs dad?

mr Jacobs


When was Will Jacobs born?

Will Jacobs was born in 1955.