Tourette Syndrome

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Tourette Syndrome

CDC information:  10 Years of Tourette Syndrome Education and Research

CDC facts about Tourette syndrome

What is Tourette syndrome? NIH Genetics Home Reference- A variety of genetic and environmental factors likely play a role in causing Tourette syndrome.

74 genes have been reported in relation to risk of Tourette syndrome, including 4 genomewide association studies. The most common reported gene is SLITRK1. To find out more, visit the HuGE Navigator 

Find out what genetic conditions and tests are available for Tourette syndrome from the NIH Genetic Testing Registry