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Common Words and Phrases Associated with CMT

The definitions of words and phrases found on this page are subject to change at any time. The definitions are provided for informational and reference purposes only. Every effort is made to provide the most up to date and accurate information. The information is not intended to diagnose any medical condition you may have and should not be construed as medical advice.

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Variant

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Any change in the DNA sequence of a cell. Variants may be caused by mistakes during cell division, o . . .

X-Linked Dominant

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A pattern of inheritance in which an affected individual has one copy of a mutated gene and one norm . . .

X-Chromosome

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The sex chromosome found twice in normal females and once, along with a Y chromosome, in normal male . . .

X-Linked Recessive

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A pattern of inheritance in which an affected individual has two copies of a mutated gene on the X-c . . .

X-Linked

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A gene that is located on the X-chromosome. An X-Linked disorder is associated with or caused by a g . . .

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