First case of V281+I172N/V281L CYP21A2 genotype associated with congenital adrenal hyperplasia form. A case report from South Italy

Clin Biochem. 2007 Dec;40(18):1435-6. doi: 10.1016/j.clinbiochem.2007.09.002. Epub 2007 Sep 26.

Abstract

Objectives: To report a first case of 21-hydroxylase deficiency associated with a new genotype determined by V281+I172N/V281L mutations of the CYP21A2 gene.

Design and methods: Direct genetic sequencing of CYP21A2 gene was performed.

Results: Both siblings had the same genotype, namely V281+I172N/V281L, while their parents resulted as V281L and V281+I172N carriers, respectively.

Conclusions: V281+I172N/V281L genotype should be included in the panel of mutations associated with the non-classical forms of 21-hydroxylase deficiency.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Hyperplasia, Congenital / genetics*
  • Adult
  • Female
  • Genotype
  • Humans
  • Isoleucine / genetics
  • Italy
  • Male
  • Polymorphism, Genetic*
  • Siblings
  • Steroid 21-Hydroxylase / genetics*
  • Valine / genetics

Substances

  • Isoleucine
  • Steroid 21-Hydroxylase
  • Valine