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X-linked disorder |
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X-linked disorder,
disease or disorder associated with genetic abnormalities on the X chromosomes. Examples are the muscular dystrophies and hemophilias. X-linked disorder A condition in which the defective gene is on the X chromosome; because ♂ have one X chromosome, they are usually affected if the defective gene is structural–ie, necessary for function. See Autosomal dominant, Autosomal recessive. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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