The chromosomal disorder 22q11.2 deletion syndrome (22q) has emerged as one of the strongest risks for schizophrenia. Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital identified malformed regions ...

Gene editing techniques may eventually allow trisomy to be treated at the cellular level, according to an in vitro proof-of-concept study. Down syndrome is caused by the presence of a third copy of ...

Chromosomal aberrations are departures from the normal set of chromosomes either from an individual or from a species. All age group capable of reproduction are at risk of this, but however, research ...

Testosterone treatment significantly reduces mortality among men with Klinefelter syndrome. Researcher calls for changes in guidelines to ensure more patients receive the necessary treatment. More ...

A local man has lost his battle with Nijmegan Breakage Syndrome, a rare chromosomal disorder; so rare that in 2007 there were only 130 documented cases in the world. Danny Horton tells KTBS 3 News ...

A genetic disorder is a condition that occurs as a result of a mutation to DNA. There are several different genetic disorders. Most cells within the body contain the molecule DNA. This molecule ...

Translocations, in genetics, happen when chromosomes break and the pieces attach to other chromosomes. This mixing of genetic material has important results. The resultant chromosomes are lacking in ...