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ABOUT MCT8 DEFICIENCY

MCT8 Deficiency, also called Allan-Herndon-Dudley Syndrome, is an ultra-rare condition that affects the brain and body in different ways. And itʼs all tied to a problem with one gene.

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ABOUT MCT8 DEFICIENCY

REAL STORIES

Hear from the parents and caregivers of people living with MCT8 Deficiency. As well as a physicianʼs view on spotting the signs and managing the condition.

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Everyoneʼs experience of MCT8 Deficiency is different, but a lot of the challenges are the same. We’re sponsoring research projects to uncover the reality of life with MCT8 Deficiency. The results will help improve the day-to-day for people with the condition and their caregivers.

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  • MCT8 Deficiency is an ultra-rare genetic disorder that is also known as Allan-Herndon-Dudley Syndrome
  • MCT8 Deficiency affects around 1 in 70000 males at birth. Itʼs even more rare in females.
  • With MCT8 Deficiency, not enough T3 gets into the brain, at the same time, there is too much T3 in other organ systems in the body.