The Role of Genetic Mutations in Gene MTHFR in Anencephaly Syndrome

Authors: Shahin Asadi*

DOI: 10.23880/jes-16000117

Volume 3, Issue 1

Abstract

Anencephaly syndrome is a genetic disorder that prevents normal growth of the brain and skull bones. This condition can break down the tissues of the nervous system. As a result, people with an anencephaly syndrome lose a large portion of the brain called cerebellum and cerebellum. Anencephaly is a complex disease that is probably caused by the interaction of several genetic and environmental factors. The most known gene for this syndrome is the MTHFR gene, which is based on the short arm of chromosome 1 as 1p36.22.

Keywords: Anencephaly Syndrome; MTHFR Gene; Brain And Skull Disorders

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