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How Can Down Syndrome Be Prevented?
The genetic defect associated with Down syndrome is the presence of extra material on the chromosome pair designated 21. Although other genetic disorders may be associated with an extra chromosome, only Down syndrome is characterized by extra chromosome 21 material.
Down syndrome is a combination of birth defects, including some degree of mental retardation and...
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