Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Sex-Linked Disorder.
Sex-Linked Disorder - as a noun
Any disease or abnormality that is determined by the sex hormones
Example: "A sex-linked disorder is caused by a mutation in a gene on the x chromosome"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
chromosomal aberrationchromosomal anomalychromosonal disorderchrosomal abnormalityHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Hemophilia is a well-known sex-linked disorder that primarily affects males."
"Color blindness is another common sex-linked disorder that affects the perception of certain colors."
"Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a severe sex-linked disorder that leads to progressive muscle weakness."
"Hypophosphatemia is a rare sex-linked disorder characterized by low levels of phosphate in the blood."
"Fragile X syndrome is a genetic sex-linked disorder that causes intellectual disabilities and behavioral problems."
