What is Achondroplasia?

Label:
What is Achondroplasia?

Description:
The protein encoded by the FGFR3 gene usually receives and transmits signals that stimulate cell maturation. Mutations in this gene cause a dysfunctional protein to be produced that causes a disruption to growth, known as achondroplasia or dwarfism.

Biological elements:
chromosome 4

Concepts precesses:

Tools & methods :



Your Genes, Your Health ( YGYH )
DNA From The Beginning ( DNAFTB )
Dolan DNA Learning Center ( DNALC )
Genetic Origins ( GeneticOrigins )
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