Question
Comment upon Klinefelter's Syndrome.
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Answer
Klinefelter's Syndrome : XXY sex anomaly is termed as Klinefelter's syndrome.
Characteristics of individuals having Klinefelter's Syndrome :
1. Generally the individual is male.
2. Testes are under-developed.
3. Breasts are enlarged.
4. Body bears sparse hair.
5. These are often sterile.
6. These are mentally retarded also.
7. The mental retardation increases with increased X-complement.
Characteristics of individuals having Klinefelter's Syndrome :
1. Generally the individual is male.
2. Testes are under-developed.
3. Breasts are enlarged.
4. Body bears sparse hair.
5. These are often sterile.
6. These are mentally retarded also.
7. The mental retardation increases with increased X-complement.
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