X-Linked recessive disorders are genetic conditions caused by mutations in genes located on the X chromosome. These disorders primarily affect males, as they have only one X chromosome, and females are typically carriers of the mutated gene.
Inherited diseases can impact individuals in various ways, and one type of genetic disorder that can be passed down through generations is autosomal recessive disorders. These conditions are caused by mutations in genes located on autosomes, which are non-sex chromosomes. In an autosomal recessive disorder, both copies of a particular gene must be mutated in order for the individual to exhibit symptoms of the disease.
