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xxy

/ˌɛks ɛks ˈwaɪ/

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noun

/ˌɛks ɛks ˈwaɪ/C1formalmedicalabbreviation
  • ruМедицинский и генетический термин, обозначающий конфигурацию половых хромосом у мужчин, приводящую к синдрому Клайнфельтера, характеризующемуся дополнительной X-хромосомой.

A medical and genetic term referring to a sex chromosome configuration in males that results in Klinefelter's syndrome, characterized by an extra X chromosome.

proper noun

  1. Klinefelter syndromeC1formalmedical

    A genetic condition in which a male is born with an extra X chromosome (XXY), leading to reduced testosterone levels and various physical and developmental characteristics.

    ruСиндром Клайнфельтера

    • Men with XXY syndrome often have reduced fertility.
    • The diagnosis of XXY is typically confirmed through a karyotype test.
    • Early intervention can help manage the symptoms associated with XXY.

    Synonymsxxy-syndrome