Primary care
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Specialist referrals, psychological and hormone therapy
48 XXYY syndrome
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Disease overview
Non-inherited disorder characterized by the presence of an extra X and Y chromosomes in males.
Common symptoms
Tall staturesmall testesinfertilityanxietyaggressivenessproblems communicatinghyperactivitydepressiongeneral learning disabilitiesbone abnormalitiestremorobesitytype 2 diabetes
When to suspect
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Diagnosing 48,XXYY requires a genetic test called a karyotype.
How to test
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Diagnosing 48,XXYY requires a genetic test called a karyotype.
ZebraMD is partnering with Ambry Genetics for clinical-grade whole genome testing for rare diseases. Ambry accepts insurance. If you don’t have a physician to order this test, join our referral list and our team will reach out.
Treatment
Recommendation 1
Testosterone-based hormone therapy
Further support
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AXYS reccomends various clinics and physicians . Referral to Medical Genetics Department, if available. Initial virtual care is also available through organizations like TeleRare Health.
Clinical trials
Clinical Trials
Sources
No data available
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