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Screening for Mutations in Isolated Central Hypothyroidism Reveals a Novel Mutation in Insulin Receptor Substrate 4.
Frontiers in endocrinology - 1 Jan 2021
Patyra Konrad, Makkonen Kristiina, Haanpää Maria, Karppinen Sinikka, Viikari Liisa, Toppari Jorma, Reeve Mary Pat, Kero Jukka
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Background: Central hypothyroidism (CeH) is a rare condition affecting approximately 1:16 000- 100 000 individuals. Congenital forms can harm normal development if not detected and treated promptly. Clinical and biochemical diagnosis, especially of isolated CeH, can be challenging. Cases are not usually detected in neonatal screening, which, in most countries, is focused on detection of the more prevalent primary...
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