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What is the definition of Chromosome 15q Deletion?
Chromosome 15q deletion is a chromosome abnormality that occurs when there is a missing copy of the genetic material located on the long arm (q) of chromosome 15. The severity of the condition and the signs and symptoms depend on the size and location of the deletion and which genes are involved. Features that often occur in people with Chromosome 15q deletion include developmental delay, intellectual disability, behavioral problems, and distinctive facial features. Most cases are not inherited, but people can pass the deletion on to their children.
What are the alternative names for Chromosome 15q Deletion?
  • Chromosome 15q deletion
  • 15q deletion
  • 15q monosomy
  • Deletion 15q
  • Monosomy 15q
  • Partial monosomy 15q
Who are the top Chromosome 15q Deletion Local Doctors?
Advanced in Chromosome 15q Deletion
Advanced in Chromosome 15q Deletion
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St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Genetics - E. Erie Avenue

160 E Erie Ave, 
Philadelphia, PA 
215-427-8413
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
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Accepting New Patients

Tarachandra Narumanchi is a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Narumanchi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 15q Deletion. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD), Phenylketonuria (PKU), Maternal Hyperphenylalaninemia, and Dihydropteridine Reductase Deficiency. Dr. Narumanchi is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics. Dr. Narumanchi is currently accepting new patients.

Experienced in Chromosome 15q Deletion
Dr. Andrew R. Melnyk
Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
Experienced in Chromosome 15q Deletion
Dr. Andrew R. Melnyk
Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
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St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Genetics - E. Erie Avenue

160 E Erie Ave, 
Philadelphia, PA 
215-427-8413
Languages Spoken:
English
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Andrew Melnyk is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Melnyk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 15q Deletion. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Musculocontractural Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (mcEDS), Chromosome 15q Deletion, and 3p Deletion Syndrome. Dr. Melnyk is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics and American Board Of Pediatrics.

 
 
 
 
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Distinguished in Chromosome 15q Deletion
Distinguished in Chromosome 15q Deletion
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Paris, FR 

Muriel Coupaye practices practicing medicine in Paris, France. Ms. Coupaye is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 15q Deletion. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Prader-Willi Syndrome, Obesity, Chromosome 15q Deletion, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center