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Results 1 - 10 of 276 for down syndrome
  1. Down syndrome 
    Down syndrome is a genetic condition in which a person has 47 chromosomes instead of the usual 46. ... In most cases, Down syndrome occurs when there is an extra copy of chromosome 21. This form of Down syndrome is called trisomy 21. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000997.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Nuchal translucency test 
    ... Measuring this thickness helps assess the risk for Down syndrome and other genetic problems in the baby. ... back of their neck. In a baby with Down syndrome or other genetic disorders, there is more fluid ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007561.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Quadruple screen test 
    ... at risk for certain birth defects, such as Down syndrome and birth defects of the spinal column and ... to check for certain birth defects (such as Down syndrome). Genetic counseling. Ultrasound to check the baby's brain, ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007311.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Palpebral slant - eye 
    ... and syndromes. The most common of these is Down syndrome. People with Down syndrome often also have an epicanthal fold in the ... in some cases, it may be due to: Down syndrome Fetal alcohol syndrome Certain genetic disorders
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003316.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Epicanthal folds 
    ... also be due to certain medical conditions, including: Down syndrome Fetal alcohol syndrome Turner syndrome Phenylketonuria (PKU) Williams ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003030.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Prenatal care in your first trimester 
    ... for birth defects and genetic problems, such as Down syndrome or brain and spinal column defects. If your ... if the baby is at risk for having Down syndrome. If a test called a quadruple screen is ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000544.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Amniocentesis 
    ... is missing a large portion of the brain) Down syndrome Rare metabolic disorders that are passed down through ... has: A gene or chromosome problem, such as Down syndrome or trisomy 18 Birth defects that involve the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003921.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Tongue problems 
    ... THE TONGUE Tongue swelling occurs with: Acromegaly Amyloidosis Down syndrome Myxedema Rhabdomyoma Prader Willi Syndrome Tongue cancer The ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003047.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. Single palmar crease 
    ... affect a person's mental and physical growth, including: Down syndrome Aarskog syndrome Cohen syndrome Fetal alcohol syndrome Trisomy ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003290.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  10. Duodenal atresia 
    ... would. Many infants with duodenal atresia also have Down syndrome . Duodenal atresia is often associated with other birth ... abnormality. Other problems (such as those related to Down syndrome) must be treated as appropriate.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001131.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
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