Article
A novel mutation in the NR0B1 (DAX1) gene in a large family with two boys affected by congenital adrenal hypoplasia.
Hormones (Athens, Greece) - 1 Jan 2000
Rojek Aleksandra, Flader Maciej, Malecka Elzbieta, Niedziela Marek
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: X-linked Adrenal Hypoplasia Congenita (AHC) is a rare disorder caused by mutations in NR0B1 (DAX1) gene. DESIGN: We present two boys (cousins) with AHC who came to our attention at the age of 10 days and 15 days, respectively, in a life-threatening state. Laboratory studies in their neonatal periods showed hyponatremia and hyperkalemia. Primary adrenal insufficiency was confirmed, with severely low...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
