Turner Syndrome
Definition
Turner Syndrome is a genetic condition in females where one of the X chromosomes is missing or partially missing. This can lead to a variety of physical and developmental traits such as short stature, infertility, heart defects, and certain learning disabilities.
Analogy
Imagine if you were trying to build a bookshelf but you're missing a crucial part - say, one side panel. The bookshelf might still stand up with some adjustments, but it won't function exactly as intended. That's similar to how Turner Syndrome works; the body can still function without that piece of the X chromosome, but there are noticeable differences.
Related terms
Monosomy: A type of aneuploidy where an organism has only one copy of a particular chromosome instead of the usual two.
Chromosome: A thread-like structure consisting largely of DNA and protein that carries genetic information.
Sex Chromosome: The pair of chromosomes responsible for determining the sex of an individual.
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