Chromosome 1q duplication
Other Names for this Disease
- Duplication 1q
- Trisomy 1q
- 1q duplication
- 1q trisomy
- Partial trisomy 1q
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chromosome abnormality that occurs when there is an extra copy of genetic material on the long arm (q) of chromosome 1. The severity of the condition and the signs and symptoms depend on the size and location of the duplication and which genes are involved. Features that often occur in people with chromosome 1q duplication include developmental delay, intellectual disability, behavioral problems and distinctive facial features. Most cases are not inherited, but people can pass the duplication on to their children. Treatment is based on the signs and symptoms present in each person.Chromosome 1q duplication is a
Last updated: 5/7/2015
- Duplications of 1q. NORD. 2005; http://www.rarechromo.org/information/Chromosome%20%201/1q%20duplications%20%20FTNW.pdf.
- Genetics Home Reference (GHR) contains information on Chromosome 1q duplication. This website is maintained by the National Library of Medicine.
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Duplications of 1q
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