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Is there a prenatal diagnosis or test for Down syndrome?
Yes there are examination that can determine that a fetus has down syndrome.. called amniocentesis.
Are fetuses with Down syndrome active?
Yes, any fetus is active. It doesn't matter if the child has down syndrome or not.
Can Down Syndrome be prevented by testing couples blood?
No. Parents of Down Syndrome typically are normal genetically and there is no test for parents to determine the possibility of a Down Syndrome offspring. There are no known external factors that are known to contribute to Down Syndrome. It is possible to test for Down Syndrome in the fetus.
What information can be obtained about a fetus from a karyotype?
A karyotype can provide information about the number, size, and shape of an individual's chromosomes. This can help detect chromosomal abnormalities such as Down syndrome or Turner syndrome in a fetus.
Can you tell by the heartbeat of a fetus if the baby will have Down syndrome?
no . i have a beautiful child with down's and nothing was ever mentioned about checks of the heartbeat. i was under the impression this could only be positively diagnosed through amnio
What type of picture would a biologist look at to determine whether a fetus has Down syndrome?
a Karyotype
Does Down syndrome affect the movement of the fetus in the womb?
You might not feel the baby as early as you would feel a child who does not have Down syndrome. However, the fetus will move at about 14 weeks. One interesting fact a lot of people do not know is that most women who are carrying a Down syndrome child never experience any morning sickness whatsoever.
What is with Becky on Glee?
Becky Jackson suffers from Down's Syndrome, a condition in which an extra 21st chromosome is given to a developing fetus.
What is a chromosomal disorder that could result from nondisjunction?
Disorders, such as Down's Syndrome, are caused by nondisjunction.
Is it legal for people with down syndrome to marry?
No! If someone has Down syndrome, he or she was born with it. It happens when the fetus develops an extra chromosome.
Does down syndrome affect any organs?
It Could Do.
What is considered the normal range for neural tube measurement in a fetus?
if measurement of neural tube is greater than 2.5mm indicates down syndrome
