Lowe Syndrome - DNA Analysis The OculoCerebro-Renal Syndrome of Lowe (OCRL) is a rare X-linked disordercharacterized by congenital cataracts, neuromuscular hypotonia, http://www.bcmgeneticlabs.org/tests/dna/lowe.html
Extractions: See also: Phosphatidylinositol-4,5- Bisphosphate Phosphatase - Biochemical Analysis Open Page in New Window Print This Page Return to Search The Oculo-Cerebro-Renal Syndrome of Lowe (OCRL) is a rare X-linked disorder characterized by congenital cataracts, neuromuscular hypotonia, mental retardation, infantile glaucoma in half of affected males, vitamin D-resistant rickets, and renal tubular dysfunction. Affected males have a mean IQ in the moderate mental retardation range, and most exhibit maladaptive behaviors. Heterozygote carrier females have distinctive mild "snowflake" lenticular opacities that are detectable by slit-lamp ocular examination after pupillary dilation. The Lowe Syndrome gene at chromosome Xq25-q26 is , which encodes a phosphatidylinositol 4,5 bisphosphate (PtdIns[4,5]P2) 5-phosphatase that has been localized to the trans-Golgi network. The complex phenotype of Lowe Syndrome is due to an inborn error of inositol phosphate metabolism, and diagnostic testing in affected males is available through biochemical enzyme analysis. Multiple mutations in the gene have been identified including missense and nonsense mutations, small deletions and insertions, and larger genomic deletions. The gene consists of 24 exons, of which 23 are coding. Approximately 97% of males with a definite clinical diagnosis of Lowe Syndrome have mutations identified in the
Extractions: The Oculo-Cerebro-Renal Syndrome of Lowe (OCRL, Lowe Syndrome) is a multisystem disorder characterized by neuromuscular hypotonia and failure to thrive, congenital dense cataracts (and risk for infantile glaucoma), renal failure associated with broad-spectrum aminoaciduria, rickets, and mental and developmental retardation. The disease is inherited as an X-linked trait. The OCRL gene encodes an enzyme, phosphatidylinositol-4, 5-bisphosphate phosphatase, that is involved in inositol metabolism. This assay utilizes a radiolabeled substrate and the conversion of substrate to product is measured following separation by thin layer chromatography. The assay is performed on cultured skin fibroblasts only. For fibroblasts, send two T25 flasks of confluent cells in an insulated container by overnight carrier. Contact the laboratory for information regarding prenatal diagnosis studies. Prenatal diagnosis for Lowe syndrome can be performed on cultured amniocytes or chorionic villus cells. Prior approval by the laboratory is required. Normal Range:
Oculocerebrorenal Dystrophy (Lowe Syndrome) Article describes oculocerebrorenal dystrophy, also known as lowe syndrome, itssymptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. http://rarediseases.about.com/od/rarediseaseso/a/071704.htm
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Oculocerebrorenal Dystrophy (Lowe Syndrome) This inherited disorder is linked to the X (female) chromosome, so the majorityof individuals affected by it are male. The syndrome consists of eye, http://rarediseases.about.com/b/a/099461.htm
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Lowe Syndrome Lowe s Syndrome Association, Inc. 222 Lincoln St West Lafayette, IN 47906Phone (317) 7433634 Contact Kaye McSpadden E-mail kayeuulsa@aol.com http://www.kumc.edu/gec/support/lowe.html
RDInfo- Research And Development Information Charity Details in June 2000 as an affiliate of the USA lowe syndrome Association (LSA).The charity initiates and funds medical research into lowe syndrome in the UK, http://www.rdinfo.org.uk/queries/ListCharityDetails.asp?CharityID=1136
RDInfo - Research And Development Information Details Of The lowe syndrome Trust. This organisation funds the award(s) listed below Call for Research Proposals in lowe syndrome, £50000 in the first instance. http://www.rdinfo.org.uk/Queries/ListGrantsFromCharity.asp?CharityID=1136&Closin
Extractions: helpful? yes no Lowe syndrome: Oculo-Cerebro-Renal syndrome This condition is a rare, inheritable, progressive metabolic disease affecting the eyes, brain and kidneys. The eye is affected by cataracts present from birth; glaucoma nystagmus (rolling of the eyes) and strabismus (squint) are also common. Corneal opacity due to overgrowth of scar tissue can occur in about half the patients, and may cause blindness if it covers the central portion of the cornea. Renal tubular dysfunction, which causes loss of phosphate, acidosis, short stature, and renal rickets, is treatable with phosphate and bicarbonate replacement therapy. Learning ability varies from mild to normal or severe difficulties. Behavioural problems are also common. Seizures affect about half of the children diagnosed with the syndrome. There is no specific treatment available although medications may be helpful for the neurological and behavioural abnormalities. Inheritance patterns X-linked. The gene causing Lowe syndrome has been identified and over 70 different alterations in the gene have been described in patients. The gene encodes an enzyme (phosphatidylinositol 4,5 bisphosphate 5-phosphatase) the function of which can be tested in a small sample of skin that has been cultured in the laboratory. Demonstrating loss of function of the enzyme is the most straightforward and definitive laboratory test for Lowe syndrome.
Lowe Syndrome Association Call for Proposal lowe syndrome Association will support research which willlead to a better understanding of the metabolic basis of lowe syndrome, http://ard.huji.ac.il/huard/pageExecuter.jsp?ardNum=246
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Extractions: It is possible that the main title of the report Lowe Syndrome is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. Lowe Syndrome, also known as oculo-cerebro-renal syndrome, is a rare inherited metabolic disease that affects males. This disorder is characterized by lack of muscle tone (hypotonia), multiple abnormalities of the eyes and bones, the presence at birth of clouding of the lenses of the eyes (cataracts), mental retardation, short stature, and kidney problems. Other findings may include protrusion of the eyeball from the eye socket (enophthalmos); failure to gain weight and grow at the expected rate; weak or absent deep tendon reflexes; and multiple kidney problems (e.g., renal tubular dysfunction, renal hyperaminoaciduria, etc.). Lowe Syndrome is inherited as an X-linked genetic trait and symptoms develop due to lack of the enzyme phosphatidylinositol 4,5-biphosphate 5 phosphatase. March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation
Charles Upton Lowe (www.whonamedit.com) Lowe s syndrome Oculocerebrorenal dystrophy syndrome characterised by severe In 2005, mutations in the OCRL1 gene for lowe syndrome were shown (3) to http://www.whonamedit.com/doctor.cfm/2932.html
Extractions: This survey of medical eponyms and the persons behind them is meant as a general interest site only. No information found here must under any circumstances be used for medical purposes, diagnostically, therapeutically or otherwise. If you, or anybody close to you, is affected, or believe to be affected, by any condition mentioned here: see a doctor. We thank Richard Alan Lewis, M.D., M.S., for submitting the biography of Charles Upton Lowe. Lewis is Professor, Departments of Ophthalmology, Medicine, Pediatrics, and Molecular and Human Genetics Faculty Associate, Huffington Center on Aging. Lewis was directly involved in the mapping and cloning of the gene for Lowe Syndrome.
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Healthfinder® Lowe Syndrome Association, Inc. - LSA The lowe syndrome Association, Inc. (LSA) fosters communication among familiesof boys with this genetic disease. LSA provides information on the syndrome http://www.healthfinder.gov/orgs/HR2056.htm
Extractions: http://www.lowesyndrome.org/Lowe%20Syndrome/FAQ/faqEnglish.html LSA publishes a booklet about Lowe Syndrome and the group. A publication list is available. Serial publication: On the Beam (newsletter), three issues per yearnews on research, letters and photographs from parents, and articles by professionals in the field. Genetics Lowe's Syndrome Rare Diseases Wed Sep 1, 2004
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Lowe Syndrome In Australia The AKF will be an initial point of contact for lowe syndrome families, lowe syndrome is caused by a defective gene that results in the deficiency of an http://members.optusnet.com.au/~aalexx/index_files/Page473.htm
Extractions: Connors Candle Works Alexs Metal Art 53 Fairlight St Five Dock 2046 Australian LSA Update AKF affiliation Now Kidney Health Australia (KHA) Peter Brady, Ramesh Babu and Alex Gardiner originally met with the AKF on 18 Sept 2002. The AKF were going through management restructuring, we kept in contact and met again in early June 2003 with Anne Wilson (CEO), Gary Chessel (CFO) and Christine Frew (CMO) of the AKF. Anne, Gary and Christine were very receptive to the idea of affiliation with the ALSA, as the AKF foundation had already been considering the idea of forming affiliations with smaller groups with similar objectives to AKF. The next step is for the AKF board to ratify the ALSA proposal to affiliate the two organizations. The AKF board meets regularly, and we are hoping they will have opportunity to address our proposal in the near future. The benefits of affiliation with the AKF are many: · We will overcome many of the problems associated with the ongoing running of a very small organization including the dealing with government red tape. (eg We will be able to use the AKF Charitable Certification with the Dept of Gaming and Racing) · The AKF can provide assistance with fundraising events · The AKF have offered to host a LSA sub-conference as part of the International Renal Conference next year in Adelaide.
Justgiving - Two Castles Run Lowe Syndrome Charity supports children and families with lowe syndrome and initiates and funds The lowe syndrome charity (www.lowetrust.com) will receive your money http://www.justgiving.com/twocastlesrun
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Lowe Syndrome ThirdAid.com the world s first dedicated online patient to patient medical helpcommunity. http://www.thirdaid.com/conditions/Lowe_Syndrome.htm
Lowe Syndrome (Specific Eye Conditions Web Site) lowe syndrome Trust, 77 West Heath Road, Hampstead, London NW3 7TH In 1983a handful of parents founded the lowe syndrome Association (LSA). http://www.eyeconditions.org.uk/lowe.htm
Extractions: Lowe Syndrome Trust, 77 West Heath Road, Hampstead, London NW3 7TH Tel: +44 (0)208 458 6791 E-Mail: lthomas@ lowetrust.com Website: www.lowetrust.com In 1983 a handful of parents founded the Lowe Syndrome Association (LSA). The LSA is an international, voluntary, non-profit organization made up of parents, friends, professionals, and others who are interested in Lowe syndrome, a rare genetic condition that affects boys. The primary purposes of the LSA are: Since Lowe syndrome is rare, affected families often feel isolated and alone. If you know of such a family, you can help by giving them information about the Lowe Syndrome Association. If you are a family affected by Lowe syndrome, contact us. You are but an email message away from linking with other families living with this rare and complicated condition. Return to SPECS Home Page