RASopathies Foundation details

How can I donate to the RASopathies Foundation?

Donations can be made to the RASopathies Foundation via check or online payment. Go to www.teamrasopathies.org for more information.

What is Noonan Syndrome (NS)?

NS is a mutation in a person’s DNA that is carried by every cell in his/her body. It is the most common RASopathy Syndrome. People with NS are predisposed to cancer and may have heart abnormalities, feeding difficulties, neurological problems, short stature, require special education, and more. NS can be inherited from one of the individual’s parents or it can occur during conception.

How common is Noonan Syndrome?

NS is common and reported to occur in between 1 in 1,000 and 1 in 2,500 persons. There may be more people with NS who don’t know they have the syndrome, because they have mild symptoms.

What are the RASopathies?

One of the largest groups of genetically related syndromes is the RASopathies, which not only includes NS, but also Costello Syndrome, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 and more. The RASopathies are one of the most common groups of genetic syndromes.