What are sex influenced genes?
Autosomal genes that are affected by the 23rd pair (Balding)
Sex-influenced genes are genes on the autosomal chromosomes (non-sex chromosomes) that are influenced by the presence of certain sex hormones. These genes are typically expressed differently in males and females, leading to variations in phenotype or disease risk. For example, a gene associated with baldness may be sex-influenced, with males having a higher likelihood of experiencing hair loss due to higher levels of testosterone than females. Similarly, a gene associated with breast cancer may be sex-influenced, leading to different risk levels or presentations in males versus females. It is important to note that sex-influenced genes are different than sex-linked genes, which are located on the sex chromosomes (X and Y) and have much more clear-cut differences in expression between males and females due to their sex chromosome composition.
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