All are characteristics of Lesch-Nyhan Syndrome EXCEPT:
A) gouty arthritis due to excessive uric acid accumulation
B) severe malfunctions of the nervous system
C) complete deficiency in HGPRT activity
D) congenital, recessive, sex-linked trait manifested only in males
E) all are true

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Lesch-Nyhan Syndrome is characterized by gouty arthritis due to excessive uric acid accumulation, severe malfunctions of the nervous system, and a complete deficiency in HGPRT activity. It is a congenital, recessive, sex-linked trait manifested only in males. Therefore, all the statements (A, B, C, D) are true characteristics of Lesch-Nyhan Syndrome.

All Are Characteristics of Lesch-Nyhan Syndrome EXCEPT