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Down syndrome is caused by a genetic abnormality in Chromosome 21. It is highly unlikely that X-Ray exposure causes genetic abnormalities such as this.
However, X-Rays are not recommended while pregnant.
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Can exposure to black mold cause down syndrome in someone's offspring?
No.
What are the physical and the mental and the behavioral abnormalities in someone who has Down syndrome?
There are no mental or behavioral abnormalities, but people who have Down's Syndrome have rounded shoulders, a thicker skull, and a spongy tongue which causes speech impediment.
What is karyotype used for?
It's used to check for abnormalities, such as Down Syndrome
Does an amniocentesis register fetal abnormalities other than Down syndrome?
Yes
Is down syndrome and pku caused by chromosomal abnormalities?
Down syndrome is caused by an additional chromosome while PKU is due to a mutation or defect in a gene.
Is Down syndrome a single gene or polygenic trait?
Down syndrome is a result of having an extra chromosome in one's genes. Chromosome thirteen* if your that much into the science. It is also called trisomy 21 because the chromosome 21 is the one with the abnormalities. *Abnormalities with chromosome thirteen is called Patau syndrome or trisomy 13.
What is the different autochromosomal abnormalities?
Common autosomal chromosomal abnormalities include Down syndrome (trisomy 21), Edwards syndrome (trisomy 18), Patau syndrome (trisomy 13), and Turner syndrome (monosomy X). These abnormalities result from errors in chromosome number, leading to characteristic physical and developmental features. Diagnosis is often made through genetic testing such as karyotyping or chromosomal microarray analysis.
If you are pregnant can you get tested for Down syndrome?
yeah you can.closer to the end of your pregnancy they'll do different tests to discover abnormalities.
When was the Down Syndrome recognized?
The cause of Down Syndrome was discovered in 1958 by Jérôme Lejeune.
Is down syndrome cause by translocation?
It can be.
What is a genetic abnormality that is associated with a characteristic facial appearance cognitive impairment and physical abnormalities such as heart valve disease?
down syndrome
Does smoking marijuana cause Down syndrome?
No.
