X chromosome inactivation is a crucial biological process that plays a significant role in balancing gene expression in females.Unlike males, who possess only one X chromosome, females have two, leading to the necessity of silencing one to prevent an overexpression of X-linked genes.
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X Chromosome Therapy: A New Hope for Genetic Diseases
X chromosome therapy is emerging as a revolutionary approach to combat genetic diseases linked to the X chromosome, such as Fragile X Syndrome and Rett Syndrome.This innovative therapy leverages breakthroughs in our understanding of X-inactivation, a process that has puzzled scientists for decades.