New understanding of why chromosome errors are high in women's eggs

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2014-03/uos-nuo031714.php

PUBLIC RELEASE DATE: 18-Mar-2014

Contact: Glenn Harris
University of Southampton

New understanding of why chromosome errors are high in women's eggs

A new study from the University of Southampton has provided scientists with a better understanding of why chromosome errors are high in women's eggs.

It is estimated that up to 60 per cent of eggs are affected by errors in how their chromosomes divide, making it the leading cause of infertility. Chromosome errors also lead to conditions such as Down Syndrome and early pregnancy loss.

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