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Genetic, Chromosomal & Metabolic Conditions

Sickle Cell Trait (Topic Center)

When a parent learns their child has sickle cell trait, they have questions. Find answers here.

Spondyloepiphyseal Dysplasia Congenita (SEDc)

Spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita is a type of skeletal dysplasia, causing short stature (dwarfism) and other bone problems, along with vision and hearing problems.

Tay-Sachs Disease

A baby with Tay-Sachs disease is born without an important enzyme, so fatty proteins build up in the brain, hurting the baby's sight, hearing, movement, and mental development.

Thyroid Disease

The thyroid gland makes the hormones that help control metabolism and growth. A thyroid that isn't working properly can cause thyroid disease.

Thyroid Tests

Thyroid blood tests check thyroid function and can help doctors diagnose thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.

Treacher Collins Syndrome

Treacher Collins syndrome (TCS) refers to a group of facial features that some babies are born with. TCS causes distinctive abnormalities of the head and face, but doesn't affect intelligence or lifespan.

Triple X Syndrome

Triple X syndrome (also known as XXX syndrome, 47,XXX, and trisomy X) is a genetic condition found in girls only. Girls who have it may be taller than average, but the symptoms can vary greatly.

Tuberous Sclerosis Complex

Tuberous sclerosis complex is a genetic condition that causes the growth of benign tumors. Symptoms can range from mild to severe.

Turner Syndrome

Girls with Turner syndrome, a genetic condition, usually are shorter than average and infertile due to early loss of ovarian function. Early diagnosis and treatments can help most of them.

Williams Syndrome

Williams syndrome is a disorder that causes developmental delays, learning problems, and heart and blood vessel problems. But kids who have it usually have good verbal skills and are friendly and social.