Question

What are the characteristics of down’s syndrome?

Answer 1

Down syndrome:

1. The presence of an additional chromosome defines Down syndrome.
2. This is caused by improper cell division during sperm or egg cell development.
3. Chromosomes are structures found in the center (nucleus) of cells that hold long pieces of DNA.
4. They govern how a baby's body develops and functions during pregnancy and after delivery.
5. A baby is normally born with pair of 23 chromosomes.
6. Down syndrome is a genetic disease that results in a variety of physical and mental problems.
7. It falls within the aneuploidy category.

Characteristics of Down syndrome:

1. Broad flat face
2. Small hands and feet
3. Congenital heart disease
4. A short neck with small ears
5. Many ‘loops’ on fingertips