Tag: diagnosis of Hunter Syndrome

Hunter Syndrome Definition and Description of Hunter Syndrome Hunter Syndrome, also known as mucopolysaccharidosis type II (MPS II), is a rare genetic disorder that primarily affects males. It is caused by the deficiency of an enzyme called iduronate-2-sulfatase, which is essential for the breakdown of complex carbohydrates known as glycosaminoglycans (GAGs). When this enzyme is…