Sex chromosomes are types of chromosomes that participate in sex determination. Humans and most other mammals have two sex chromosomes, the X and the Y. Females typically (but not always) have two X c [..]

A vaginoplasty is a procedure to improve the function and genital appearance. A vaginoplasty may be done when the vagina is connected into a common sinus or channel with the bladder, there is no vagin [..]

The adrenal glands work interactively with the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, as well as secrete hormones that affect metabolism, blood chemicals, and certain body characteristics. Adrenal glands a [..]

The adrenal profile is a blood test done during ACTH stimulation and measures several different substances produced in the adrenal gland. Results are available in 1-2 weeks.

The Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) stimulation test looks for problems of the adrenal gland. The adrenal gland produces 3 main hormones, aldosterone for salt balance, cortisol to help the body dea [..]

Alternative terms used for the word “Disorders” in DSD are: Differences, Variations or Atypical.

Amenorrhea is a menstrual condition characterized by absent menstrual periods for more than three monthly menstrual cycles.

Androgen insensitivity syndrome (AIS) is a syndrome where male infants are not responsive to androgens (testosterone). People with this syndrome are “genetically” male.

Atypical genitalia occur when a child’s gender is in question at birth because the genitals may not appear clearly male or female.

A chromosome is a structure in the cells of your body that contains your genes. Your genes determine your traits, such as eye color and blood type.