Specific Genetic Mutation:
Trisomy 21, which is an extra chromosome on number 21
Physical Characteristics:
Short Neck with loose skin
Flat facial features
Possible Treatment:
There is no cure, but if there are severe medical problems at birth, surgery may be necessary.
For optimum performance, it is best for them to live at home and receive therapy.
Interesting Fact:
They have a life expectancy of about 55 years.
Title Picture: DNA and Genes. Digital image. Blue Vase. N.p., n.d. Web. 4 Nov. 2015.
Wood, Debra. "Down Syndrome: DS; Trisomy 21." Conditions and Procedures in Brief. Consumer Health Complete, 1 Mar. 2014. Web. 4 Nov. 2015.
Shutting Off the Down Syndrome Chromosome. Digital image. Discovery Magazine. N.p., n.d. Web. 4 Nov. 2015.
Trisomy 21, which is an extra chromosome on number 21
Physical Characteristics:
Short Neck with loose skin
Flat facial features
Possible Treatment:
There is no cure, but if there are severe medical problems at birth, surgery may be necessary.
For optimum performance, it is best for them to live at home and receive therapy.
Interesting Fact:
They have a life expectancy of about 55 years.
Title Picture: DNA and Genes. Digital image. Blue Vase. N.p., n.d. Web. 4 Nov. 2015.
Wood, Debra. "Down Syndrome: DS; Trisomy 21." Conditions and Procedures in Brief. Consumer Health Complete, 1 Mar. 2014. Web. 4 Nov. 2015.
Shutting Off the Down Syndrome Chromosome. Digital image. Discovery Magazine. N.p., n.d. Web. 4 Nov. 2015.