Genetic mutation

Rare Disorder Behind Extra Fingers And Toes: Study

The disorder, which has not yet been named, is caused by a genetic mutation in a gene called MAX. 

Jan 31, 2024, 18:38 PM IST

Rare Amish gene may hold secret to long, healthy life

Amish people with the mutation lived up to an average 85 years of age, significantly over 10 years longer than their predicted average lifespan of 71.

Nov 17, 2017, 18:10 PM IST

How genetic mutation causes low blood sugar found

Researchers from University of Geneva (UNIGE) in Switzerland focused on a genetic mutation known to be associated with hyperinsulinism.

Sep 18, 2017, 18:31 PM IST

'Rare white snake' born with genetic mutation found in Australia

As per a Facebook post of Territory Wildlife Park, who possess the beautiful snake now after it was handed over to them by a local, an 'incredibly rare genetic mutation' has led to birth of this amazing serpent.

Jul 31, 2017, 20:59 PM IST

Have you ever heard of snakes with legs and arms? - Read

It's genetic mutation which caused the reptiles to lose their limbs over 100 million years ago.

Oct 27, 2016, 18:50 PM IST

Why people with common genetic mutation may be more at diabetes risk

A new study has shed new light on why people who carry a common genetic mutation may be more at risk for developing type 2 diabetes.

Oct 07, 2015, 10:40 AM IST