research The alopecia areata phenotype is induced by the water avoidance stress test in cchcr1-deficient mice
Stress can cause a type of hair loss in mice lacking the CCHCR1 gene.
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90-120 / 1000+ results research Identification of compound heterozygous mutations in AP1B1 leading to the newly described recessive keratitis–ichthyosis–deafness (KIDAR) syndrome
Mutations in the AP1B1 gene cause a new syndrome with skin, hearing, and developmental issues.
research Unexpectedly high carrier rates and genotype/phenotype correlation; LIPH mutations in Japanese autosomal recessive woolly hair/hypotrichosis
Certain gene mutations in Japanese people are linked to different types of hair loss, with some causing mild hair thinning and others leading to complete baldness.
research Clinical and Laboratory Characteristics of Individuals Aged ≤17 Years With Homeostatic Iron Regulator (HFE) p.C282Y Homozygosity, a Common Hemochromatosis Genotype
Most children with a common hemochromatosis genotype had elevated iron levels but no severe symptoms.
research The Use of High-Density SNP Array to Map Homozygosity in Consanguineous Families to Efficiently Identify Candidate Genes: Application to Woodhouse-Sakati Syndrome
Using SNP array testing helped quickly find the gene causing Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome in two related individuals.
research Phenotypic Diversity and Mutation Spectrum in Hypotrichosis with Juvenile Macular Dystrophy
Different harmful mutations in the CDH3 gene cause HJMD, but symptoms vary among individuals.
research Identifying 17-β-HSD3 Deficiency in Patients with Karyotype 46,XY Misdiagnosed with Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome: A Pediatric Case Report
Accurate diagnosis and early specialist referral are crucial for managing 46,XY Disorders of Sex Development.
research Case report: Exploring autosomal recessive woolly hair: genetic and scanning electron microscopic perspectives on a Japanese patient
A genetic mutation in the LIPH gene causes tightly curled hair that stops growing in some Japanese individuals.
research First case of V281+I172N/V281L CYP21A2 genotype associated with congenital adrenal hyperplasia form. A case report from South Italy
New genotype linked to non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia found in Italian siblings.
research Clinical and genetic findings in a Chinese family with VDR-associated hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets
A Chinese family had a child with a specific gene mutation causing vitamin D-resistant rickets, but the child improved with calcium and low-dose calcitriol.
research Novel mutations of the ABCA12, KRT1 and ST14 genes in three unrelated newborns showing congenital ichthyosis
New genetic mutations linked to rare skin disorders were found in three newborns.
research Neurochemical and Immunocytochemical Studies of Catecholamine System in the Brindled Mouse
Brindled mice show abnormal catecholamine neuron development due to copper deficiency.
research Index of Suspicion
Thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing genetic disorders like juvenile polyposis and hypomelanosis of Ito.
research A syndrome of congenital ichthyosis, mental retardation, myopathy and anemia in dizygotic twin sisters
The twins' condition is unique and doesn't match any known syndromes.
research A disease-causing novel missense mutation in the ST14 gene underlies autosomal recessive ichthyosis with hypotrichosis syndrome in a consanguineous family
A new mutation in the ST14 gene causes a rare skin and hair disorder in a specific family.
research A novel nonsense CDH3 mutation in hypotrichosis with juvenile macular dystrophy
A new genetic mutation in the CDH3 gene causes hair loss and eye problems in young people.
research Kyoto Rhino Rats Derived by ENU Mutagenesis Undergo Congenital Hair Loss and Exhibit Focal Glomerulosclerosis
A new rat strain with a specific gene mutation causes hair loss and kidney issues.
research Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome: Report of 2 cases and a novel LMNA mutation of HGPS in China
A new genetic mutation linked to Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome was found in China.
research P44 The presentation of systemic erythematous lupus with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease
A woman with lupus and Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease improved with treatment.
research Heterozygous COL5A1 deletion in a cat with classical Ehlers–Danlos syndrome
A cat's poor wound healing was linked to a genetic deletion in the COL5A1 gene.
research Neonatal Ichthyosis and Sclerosing Cholangitis Syndrome
NISCH syndrome is a rare genetic disorder affecting skin and liver, with variable symptoms and limited treatment options.
research Zinc deficiency or genetic mutations?—A case report of hair heterochromia in the context of MC1R genetic mutations
A boy's hair turned red because of genetic mutations, not lack of zinc.
research De novo variation in ARID1B gene causes Coffin-Siris syndrome 1 in a Chinese family with excessive early-onset high myopia
A new ARID1B gene variation causes Coffin-Siris syndrome 1 and early high myopia in a Chinese family.
research Writer’s Cramp Presentation of Woodhouse–Sakati Syndrome – “Out of the Woods”
Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome can cause writer's cramp and other varied symptoms, highlighting the importance of genetic testing for diagnosis.
research Novel de novo pathogenic variant in the ODC1 gene in a girl with developmental delay, alopecia, and dysmorphic features
A new genetic mutation in the ODC1 gene causes developmental delay and other symptoms in a young girl.
research Inherited ichthyoses/generalized Mendelian disorders of cornification
Inherited ichthyoses cause widespread skin scaling and thickening due to gene mutations.
research Genetic screening of non-classic CAH females with hyperandrogenemia identifies a novel CYP11B1 gene mutation
A new mutation in the CYP11B1 gene was found in a woman with mild hyperandrogenemia, a rare cause of non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
research Case report: A novel splice-site mutation of MTX2 gene caused mandibuloacral dysplasia progeroid syndrome: the first report from China and literature review
A new MTX2 gene mutation caused a severe genetic disorder in a young Chinese girl.
research Lanceolate hair-J (lahJ): a mouse model for human hair disorders [In Process Citation]
The lanceolate hair-J mutation in mice helps understand human hair disorders like Netherton's syndrome.
research Novel Mutation in the Hemojuvelin Gene (HJV) in a Patient with Juvenile Hemochromatosis Presenting with Insulin-dependent Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary Hypothyroidism and Hypogonadism
A new mutation in the HJV gene was found in a young woman with juvenile hemochromatosis, causing unusual symptoms like secondary hypothyroidism.