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Novel mutations in DAX1 of X-linked adrenal hypoplasia congenita over several generations in one family.
Endocrine practice : official journal of the American College of Endocrinology and the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists - 1 Jan 2000
Xu Xiao-qin, Feng Yue-ying, Yuan Wen-xia, Huang Ke, Liang Li, Fu Jun-fen
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: X-linked adrenal hypoplasia congenital (AHC) is a rare disorder caused by mutations in DAX1 gene. We report a case of X-linked AHC in a large family to analyze the pathogenesis of this rare disease and to add to our clinical knowledge of it. METHODS: We describe 3-year-old boy's clinical features and laboratory test results, as well as the patient's nuclear family members' clinical symptoms, especially...
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