Question
Testicular feminization syndrome is associated with :
| A. |
46 XX |
| B. |
presence of vagina |
| C. |
Primary amenorrhea |
| D. |
Short stature |
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Correct Answer � C Explanation |
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Ans. is C. i.e. Primary amenorrhea
- In Testicular Feminising Syndrome also k/an Androgen insensitivity syndrome defect lies in the outflow tract of the uterus.
- It is one of the etiological factors of primary Amenorrhea.
- The height of the patient is normal and the vagina is absent.
- The karyotype is XY.
- Etiology of Primary Amenorrhea
| Compartment I (Disorders of outflow tract uterus) |
(2nd M/c cause of primary amenorrhea)
(Testicular feminization syndrome) |
| Compartment II (Disorders of Ovary) |
(M/c cause of Primary Amenorrhea)
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| Compartment III (Disorders of Anterior Pituitary) |
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| Compartment IV (Disorders of CNS) |
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