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Emotional reaction to fragile X premutation carrier tests among infertile women.
Journal of genetic counseling - 1 Feb 2008
Pastore Lisa M, Morris Wendy L, Karns Logan B
Abstract excerpt
Female fragile X premutation carriers are at approximately 10-fold increased risk of premature ovarian failure (follicle stimulating hormone >40 mIU/mL, amenorrhea, age <40). A milder degree of premature ovarian aging (diminished ovarian reserve, where follicle stimulating hormone levels are typically 10-20 mIU/mL) results in infertility. Approximately 10% of fertility clinic patients have this diagnosis. A...
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