Lesch-Nyhan syndrome is an example of a
A) genetic disorder that causes intellectual disability.
B) cluster of symptoms displayed by some intellectually disabled individuals.
C) form of cerebral palsy.
D) viral infection that causes intellectual disability.

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Lesch-Nyhan syndrome is a genetic disorder that is caused by a deficiency of the enzyme hypoxanthine-guanine phosphoribosyltransferase (HPRT). This deficiency leads to a buildup of uric acid in the body and neurological symptoms including intellectual disability.

Lesch-Nyhan Syndrome Is an Example of a