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I C Verma

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Cytogenetic analysis of Down syndrome in Libya.

The frequency of Down syndrome in Libya was 1 in 516 live births. The mean age of Down mother was 35.62 years. Eighty two percent of the Down mothers were over 30 years of age as compared to 36% of the control Libyan mothers. As there was a greater percentage of late conceptions, the maternal age appears to be influential in the birth of Down syndrome in Libya. Cytogenetically 96% of the cases were that of trisomy 21. There was one case each of mosaic and 21/21 translocation, and four cases of 14/21 translocation as evidenced by Giemsa banding. Twenty two percent of the cases of Down syndrome also had other associated congenital abnormalities. The unique features involved in genetic counselling in this population are discussed. This study reflects the enormous problem of Down syndrome in the Arab world.

Adult↗
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Molecular diagnosis of neurological disorders in India.

The last decade has seen remarkable advances in sequencing the human genes. There are more genes expressed in the brain than any other organ. The knowledge regarding the genome has led to tremendous progress in molecular characterization of the genes responsible for neurological disorders. The present review covers the molecular diagnosis of Duchenne muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy, and fragile X syndrome. These are three neurologic disorders common in India for which facilities of molecular diagnosis are currently available in the country. As a result of funding by the Department of Biotechnology of the Government of India, a number of molecular diagnostic centers are being established. It is hoped that molecular diagnosis of many more neurological disorders will soon become available in India.

Adult↗
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Management of Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome.

A five-month-old boy presented with lower gastrointestinal bleed, recurrent infections and eczema. Blood picture revealed small platelets, high IgA, and IgM levels. A diagnosis of Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome was made. The recent concepts in molecular pathology of the disease and treatment are discussed.

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