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Down's Syndrome
Specific Gene Mutation
Chromosome pair 21 is affected
An extra chromosome is added. This results from an error in cell division in the egg or sperm.
Physical Characteristics
Flat facial features, a somewhat depressed nasal bridge and a small nose
Upward slanted eyes, small skin folds on the inner corner of the eyes
Interesting Fact
A test can identify Down syndrome even if it does not exist yet because there is a small percentage of women that get false-positive readings.
Possible Treatment
Some newborns may need surgery to fix serious medical problems
Living at home and getting therapy helps children with
Down
syndrome
to get the most work out.
Photo of Down Syndrome
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Down's Syndrome
Turner's Syndrome
Klinefelter's Syndrome
Sickle Cell Anemia
Tay-Sachs
Huntington's Disease
Cystic Fibrosis
Albinism
Sources