Turner Syndrome - 45,X Karyotype (Monosomy X)

Explore the genetic condition Turner Syndrome in this informative 12-minute video. Learn about its prevalence, affecting approximately one in 2,500 live-born females, and understand its genetic basis involving one normal X chromosome and the complete or partial absence of the second sex chromosome. Discover the historical context of the syndrome's first description by Dr. Henry Turner in 1938. Delve into the characteristic features associated with Turner Syndrome, including short stature, gonadal failure, and various health issues such as cardiac anomalies, autoimmune disorders, osteoporosis, and increased risk of type 2 diabetes. Gain valuable insights into this complex genetic condition and its impact on affected individuals.

Turner Syndrome - 45,X Karyotype (Monosomy X)