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[n] syndrome in males that is characterized by small testes and long legs and enlarged breasts and reduced sperm production and mental retardation; a genetic defect in which an extra X chromosome (XXY) is present in the male |
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| | Synonyms: | | Klinefelter syndrome, XXY-syndrome |
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| | See Also: | | syndrome |
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| | Definition: | | Klinefelter's syndrome is a genetic disorder that afflicts some males and is characterized by tall stature, infertility, abnormal breast tissue development and abnormally small reproductive organs. The affected individuals are genetically XXY. |
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| Glossary |
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| | Definition: | | a sex-chromosome count of XXY; phenotypically male, tall stature, sterile. |
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