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Relationship of CYP21A2 genotype and serum 17-hydroxyprogesterone and cortisol levels in a large cohort of Italian children with premature pubarche.
European journal of endocrinology - 1 Aug 2011
Ghizzoni Lucia, Cappa Marco, Vottero Alessandra, Ubertini Graziamaria, Carta Daniela, Di Iorgi Natascia, Gasco Valentina, Marchesi Maddalena, Raggi Vera, Ibba Anastasia, Napoli Flavia, Massimi Arianna, Maghnie Mohamad, Loche Sandro, Porzio Ottavia
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: Premature pubarche (PP) is the most frequent sign of nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (NCCAH) due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency in childhood. The aim of this study was to assess the relationship between the CYP21A2 genotype and baseline and ACTH-stimulated 17-hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) and cortisol serum levels in patients presenting with PP. PATIENTS AND METHODS: A total of 152 Italian...
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