Jun

21

2022

What is severe congenital neutropenia (SCN)?

By William Aird

  • A heterogeneous syndrome, caused by inherited mutations in several neutrophil-specific genes, most commonly the primary granule protein gene neutrophil elastase (ELANE).
  • Characterized by agranulocytosis and recurrent, severe infections that begin during infancy.
  • 10% to 30% lifetime risk of developing acute myelogenous leukemia.

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