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Fragile X Syndrome is given its name due to an abnormality of the X chromosome. The abnormality arises from a site of constriction on the long arm of the chromosome | Fragile X Syndrome is given its name due to an abnormality of the X chromosome. The abnormality arises from a site of constriction on the long arm of the X chromosome which is prone to breaking, resulting in a chromosomal lesion.<ref><pubmed>6348096</pubmed></ref> | ||
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Introduction to Fragile X Syndrome
Fragile X Syndrome does not create X-Men. Sad face.
History of the disease
Fragile X Syndrome is given its name due to an abnormality of the X chromosome. The abnormality arises from a site of constriction on the long arm of the X chromosome which is prone to breaking, resulting in a chromosomal lesion.[1]
Epidemiology
Etiology
Genetic Contribution
Development of the Disease
Fetal Development
At Birth
In Adult
Signs and Symptoms
Physical phenotype
Social interaction
Intellectual development
Recent Research
Autism and Fragile X Syndrome
Diagnosis
Treatment
References
- ↑ <pubmed>6348096</pubmed>
Glossary
2011 Projects: Turner Syndrome | DiGeorge Syndrome | Klinefelter's Syndrome | Huntington's Disease | Fragile X Syndrome | Tetralogy of Fallot | Angelman Syndrome | Friedreich's Ataxia | Williams-Beuren Syndrome | Duchenne Muscular Dystrolphy | Cleft Palate and Lip
