X-linked alpha thalassemia mental retardation syndrome
X-linked alpha thalassemia mental retardation syndrome | |
OMIM | 301040 |
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Overview
Caused by mutations in the ATR X gene. ATR X syndrome is characterised by severe learning difficulties, a characteristic facial appearance, abnormal genitalia and alpha thalassemia. The ATR protein affects the 3D structure of chromatin in the cell nucleus.