Turner syndrome

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012365",
  "term": "Turner syndrome",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A chromosomal disorder affecting females, characterized by the absence of all or part of one X chromosome. This condition results in a range of developmental and medical problems, including short stature, ovarian dysfunction leading to sterility, and heart defects. Diagnosis often occurs during childhood or puberty based on physical characteristics and genetic testing.",
  "synonyms": [
    "Ullrich-Turner syndrome"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "X chromosome",
    "sterility",
    "web"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 816 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/turner-syndrome/"
}