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== Single Transverse Palmar Crease ==

The '''Single Transverse Palmar Crease''' (STPC), also known as '''[[Simian Line]]''' or '''[[Simian Crease]]''', is a single crease that extends across the palm of the hand, formed by the fusion of the two palmar creases (known in [[palmistry]] as the "heart line" and the "head line") that people typically have.

'''Pronunciation:''' /ˈsɪŋɡəl trænˈvɜːrs ˈpɑːlmər kriːs/

'''Etymology:''' The term originates from the Latin words 'singulus' meaning 'single', 'transversus' meaning 'lying across', 'palma' meaning 'palm of the hand', and 'creases' from the Old English 'crease' meaning 'a line or mark made by folding a pliable material'.

== Characteristics ==

The STPC is often associated with some genetic disorders, such as [[Down Syndrome]] and [[Aarskog syndrome]], but it can also be found in people with no other health issues. It is more common in males than females and is also more likely to occur in people of Asian descent.

== Related Terms ==

* [[Dermatoglyphics]]: The scientific study of the patterns on fingers and hands.
* [[Palmistry]]: The practice of interpreting a person's character or predicting their future by examining the lines and other features of the hand.
* [[Heart Line]]: One of the major lines in palmistry, traditionally believed to represent the person's emotions and romantic relationships.
* [[Head Line]]: Another major line in palmistry, traditionally believed to represent the person's mind and intellect.

== See Also ==

* [[List of genetic disorders]]
* [[Palmistry]]
* [[Dermatoglyphics]]

[[Category:Medical Terminology]]
[[Category:Genetic Disorders]]
[[Category:Palmistry]]

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