Turner syndromes

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Turner syndrome is a chromosomal condition that affects females. It arises due to chromosomal abnormalities in the formation of reproductive cells that results in 45, X monosomy on the X chromosome causing females to be short in stature and without sexual maturation[1][2]. Their mental abilities are in the normal range, however, non-verbal learning disabilities and behavioural problems may arise.

References

  1. Hartle DL, Ruvolo MR. Genetics. analysis of gene and genomes. 8th edition. Burlington, M: John and Barlett learning. 2012
  2. U.S National Library of Medicine. Turner Syndrome. 2017 [cited: 06/12/17]; Available from: https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/turner-syndrome