Loss of male sex chromosome may lead to earlier death for men (IMAGE)

University of Virginia Health System

Loss of male sex chromosome may lead to earlier death for men

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Men progressively lose their Y chromosome as they age -- and that could be taking a toll on their health.

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Illustration by Katriel E. Cho.

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May be used to accompany news coverage of the discovery about Y chromosome loss. All other uses require express written permission from UVA Health. STORY IS EMBARGOED UNTIL 2 P.M. EASTERN ON THURSDAY, JULY 14. PRIOR USE IS PROHIBITED.

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