Glossary for Chromosome 12, 12p trisomy

• Duplication 12p: A rare chromosomal disorder where there are three copies of the short arm (p) of chromosome 12 rather than the normal two resulting in various abnormalities. The type and severity of symptoms depend on the amount and location of genetic material deleted.
• Ear deformity: Alteration in the normal appearance of the ear either due to congenital or acquired lesion.
• Face symptoms: Symptoms affecting the face
• Genetic Disease: Any disease that is handed down to oneself through the chromosomes of ones parents
• Head symptoms: Symptoms affecting the head or brain
• Jaw symptoms: Symptoms affecting the jaw

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