mtDNA analysis shows common ancestry in two kindreds with X-linked recessive hypoparathyroidism and reveals a heteroplasmic silent mutation.

Two kindreds residing in eastern Missouri and exhibiting X-linked recessive idiopathic hypoparathyroidism have been described. Genealogical records extending back five generations revealed no common ancestor. To investigate the possibility of relatedness, the DNA sequence of the mitochondrial D-loop...

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Main Authors: Mumm, S, Whyte, M, Thakker, R, Buetow, K, Schlessinger, D
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 1997

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