New Genetic Clues on the X Chromosome Shed Light on Alzheimer’s

Understanding the Role of X Chromosome Variants in Alzheimer’s Disease Risk

Topline: A recent study identifies a novel genetic locus on the X chromosome associated with Alzheimer’s disease, offering potential pathways for new treatments.

A genetic locus is simply a spot on a chromosome where a specific gene or DNA piece is found. It’s like a “location marker” on the chromosome map, showing where a particular trait or characteris…