mccune_albright_syndrome_flashcards
1
Q
What causes McCune-Albright syndrome?
A
A random, somatic mutation in the GNAS gene.
2
Q
Is McCune-Albright syndrome inherited?
A
No, it is not inherited.
3
Q
What are the features of McCune-Albright syndrome?
A
Precocious puberty, cafe-au-lait spots, polyostotic fibrous dysplasia, short stature.
4
Q
What gene is mutated in McCune-Albright syndrome?
A
The GNAS gene.
