Paediatrics – MCQ 73 – Karyotype of Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome

The karyotype of a patient with Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome is:
A. 46XX
B. 46XY
C. 47XXY
D. 45XO

Correct answer : B. 46XY

Androgen insensitivity is seen in genetic males (XY) who exhibit a female phenotype.

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