Abstract
A Taq1 polymorphism, located in intron 4 of the faciogenital dysplasia (FGD1) gene, the gene responsible for Aarskog syndrome, is described. FGD1 encodes a putative Rho/Rac guanine nucleotide exchange factor involved in mammalian morphogenesis. The identification of an intragenic polymorphism will facilitate the accurate carrier detection of individuals at risk for Aarskog syndrome.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
MeSH terms
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Abnormalities, Multiple / genetics*
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Base Sequence
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Deoxyribonucleases, Type II Site-Specific / genetics*
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Facial Bones / abnormalities*
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Humans
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Molecular Sequence Data
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Polymerase Chain Reaction
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Polymorphism, Genetic
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Urogenital Abnormalities*
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X Chromosome
Substances
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Deoxyribonucleases, Type II Site-Specific
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TCGA-specific type II deoxyribonucleases