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Application of robust pedigree analysis in studies of complex genotype-phenotype relationships in fragile X syndrome.
American journal of medical genetics - 15 Jan 2002
Loesch D Z, Huggins R M, Taylor A K
Abstract excerpt
Relationships between the fragile X dynamic mutation and palmar and finger epidermal ridge measures were assessed using a robust modification of the maximum likelihood estimators for pedigree data. A total of 34 extended families affected with fragile X syndrome were used. Phenotypic traits included ridge count on the thumb and ridge breadth measured in the second palmar interdigital area bilaterally. Genotypic...
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