Chromosome 16p11.2 duplication syndrome: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

By Dr. David Hamilton, MD · 2021-06-29 · Genetic Medicine

Patients often ask us about chromosome 16p11.2 duplication syndrome. Here is what our Genetic Medicine clinicians want you to know.

About this topic

Topic: chromosome 16p11.2 duplication syndrome. A chromosomal duplication syndrome that has_material_basis_in duplication of the chromosome 16p11.2 region that is characterized by low weight, a small head size, and developmental delay, especially in speech and language.

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• selenium supplementation
• clinical biochemical geneticist evaluation

Related care

• cellular therapy

This article is for general information and does not replace advice from your clinician.