(turner syndrome) other important genetic disorders Flashcards
turner syndrome can only occur in which gender
female
describe a female chromosome as it relates to turner syndrome
only have one x chromosome
what is the name of the one x chromosome as it relates to turner syndrome
karyotype 45,X
describe the reproductive organs of a person with turner syndrome
absence of ovaries (sterile)
describe the stature of a person with turner syndrome
short stature
describe the neck of the person with turner syndrome
webbing of the neck
describe the breast area of a person with turner syndrome
widely spaced nipples
what does a person with turner syndrome has a high number of
miscarried fetuses
how does a person with turner syndrome usually inherit the disease
x chromosome from mother
how often does turner syndrome develop in female births
1 in 2500 births
what are teenagers who have turner syndrome given
estrogen