Adrenal Cortical Carcinoma
Adrenal Cortical Carcinoma (ACC) is a rare but aggressive type of cancer that originates in the adrenal cortex, the outer layer of the adrenal glands. The exact cause of adrenal cortical carcinoma is unknown. However, certain genetic syndromes, such as Li-Fraumeni syndrome and Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome, are associated with an increased risk of developing ACC. Additionally, […]
Sickle Cell Disease
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic disorder characterised by the presence of abnormal haemoglobin, the protein responsible for carrying oxygen in red blood cells. This hereditary condition primarily affects individuals of African, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Indian descent, but it can occur in any ethnic group. SCD is caused by a mutation in the […]