Which of the following is characteristic of 5-alpha-reductase syndrome?
A)Small head,thin upper lip,and folds under the eyes
B)Ambiguous genitalia at birth with later masculinization at puberty
C)Masculinized external genitalia of genetic females
D)Premature birth and being underweight

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5-alpha-reductase syndrome is a condition where individuals with XY chromosomes have ambiguous genitalia at birth due to a deficiency in converting testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). At puberty, increased testosterone levels can lead to masculinization.

Which of the Following Is Characteristic of 5-Alpha-Reductase Syndrome