17p deletion

A 17p deletion refers to the loss of a small part of the short arm (p) of chromosome 17 in a person’s DNA. Chromosomes carry genetic information, and deletions can disrupt the function of genes in that region. This specific deletion is associated with certain health conditions, such as multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 (MEN1) and some forms of cancer. The impact depends on which genes are affected, but it can lead to the development of tumors or other medical issues due to the loss of important genetic instructions.