The Biology of Sex Chromosomes

Location: Signature
Address: 1501 Preble Avenue, Suite 200 Pittsburgh, PA 15233

About the Study

The science of male and female is rapidly changing. The idea of two sexes is somewhat simplistic and biologists now think there is a larger spectrum than just binary male and female. Individuals can be a compilation of Xs and Ys, such as XXY, XYY, or even XO. According to experts, around 1.7% to 4% of the population is born with intersex traits—individuals born with any of several sex characteristics including chromosome patterns, or reproductive or sexual anatomy that doesn’t fit the boxes of “female” or “male.”

Signature researchers are seeking participants to be involved in a study to explore the biology of sex chromosomes and how they determine gender. Participants in the study do not need to identify as intersex but must be over the age of 18 and never have been pregnant.

Key Study Details

Participants in this study will be asked to come to SDxLabs, located at 1501 Preble Avenue, Suite 200 Pittsburgh, PA 15233 and provide a blood sample between [date-date].

Why Participate and Compensation

  • Participants will be compensated $50 Amazon Gift Card
  • Contribute valuable information to help researchers better understand gender
  • Improve the care of individuals with intersex traits provided by clinicians
  • Expand what is currently a slim body of research on sexual development as it relates to sex chromosomes
  • Contribute to how the public thinks about sex development

Who Can Participate

  • Females over the age of 18
  • Must have never been pregnant
  • Must be able to come to the lab to provide a blood sample
  • Any information that you provide will be kept strictly confidential, except as required by law

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