Understanding Trisomy 21: Extra Chromosome and Down Syndrome
Someone who has Down syndrome has three copies of Chromosome 21 instead of the typical two copies. This extra copy of Chromosome 21 causes the developmental and physical characteristics associated with Down syndrome.Genetic Disorders - Related Articles
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