What Does "XXY Klinefilters" In Blood Test Indicate?

Posted on Mon, 14 Apr 2014

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Question : A blood test for other things showed that I am XXY Klinefilters ! I have always wondered what was with my body pattern ! I was forced to take groth hormons at 12 + 13 yrs . _I am a cross dresser .

Answered by Dr. Praveen (4 hours later)

Brief Answer: Klinefelter have extra X chromosome Detailed Answer: Hi dear.Thanks for giving me an opportunity answer your query. Normally males have one X and one Y chromosome, making them XY.Males with KS have an extra X chromosome, making them XXY. Extra chromosome(X) results from a random error that occurs when a sperm or egg is formed.Growth hormones would have been administered to treat the deficiency especially if the milestones are not achieved. XXY males often don't know they have KS because XXY males do not really appear different from other males and they may not have any or have mild symptoms.This is the reason for incidental detection in the blood test. Body pattern is influenced because of low testosterone.I were to advice testosterone supplements to improve muscle mass, deepen the voice, promote growth of facial and body hair, help the reproductive organs to mature, build and maintain bone strength and help prevent osteoporosis in later years, produce a more masculine appearance if they are present. Hope this answers your query.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Praveen (21 hours later)

Hi just me again ! does the xxy make me want to dress up as a woman ? It is very much pleasing to me and I often go out as a female . As I stated that I crossdress. Would the female H do damage to me at this old age ? Thank You .XXXX

Answered by Dr. Praveen (15 hours later)

Brief Answer: Crossdressing is not related to XXY Detailed Answer: Thanks for writing back. According to me it must be a psychological feeling which is mainly influenced by the physical stature being feminine.This does not have any thing to do with the XXY genotype. If you may wish to dress this way do it without any hesitation since this does not cause any harm as long as there is harmony within us and as long as we like it. Long live & wish you all the best.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj