Warburg Micro Syndrome is an uncommon but very serious
genetic disease. Symptoms of this
ailment include brain, eye, and endocrine defects. Those that have to endure this horrific
disease can be physically and mentally handicapped. Also, trouble with mobility and speech as
well as blindness and paralysis can be present from childhood on. Researchers from the Medical College of
Wisconsin and the University of Edinburgh have found a gene that is the cause
of Warburg Micro syndrome. The research
done involved the gene named TBC1D20.
When tested on mice this gene caused sterility and blindness. When families with the disease were examined,
data showed that there were five different mutations in the TBC1D20 gene. Even though the mutation of this gene can
cause the disease, it is not the only gene that can cause it. Further research on these genes could lead to
a better way to treat Warburg Micro syndrome or to hopefully prevent it
completely.
Sources: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/11/131114122101.htm
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