Article
A novel splice site mutation of the PRKAR1A gene, C.440+5 G>C, in a Chinese family with Carney complex.
Journal of endocrinological investigation - 1 Aug 2018
Fu J, Lai F, Chen Y, Wan X, Wei G, Li Y, Xiao H, Cao X
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Carney complex (CNC) is an extremely rare, multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome that occurs in an autosomal dominant manner. Mutations in PRKAR1A have been reported to be a common genetic cause of CNC. METHODS: In this study, we reported a Chinese pedigree of CNC that manifests mainly as spotty skin pigmentation and primary pigmented nodular adrenocortical disease. Whole blood samples of this...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
