Molecular screening for fragile X syndrome in children with unexplained intellectual disability and/or autistic behaviour
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Molecular screening for fragile X syndrome in children with unexplained intellectual disability and/or autistic behaviour
Abstract
Fragile X syndrome (FXS, OMIM #300624) is the most common inherited form of intellectual disability and the leading monogenic cause of autism.
Keywords: developmental delay FMR1 screening genetic counseling.
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