Were you looking for information about Down Syndrome? Down sendrome is a common misspelling of Down syndrome.
Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that is diagnosed in 1 out of every 800 newborns. It is caused by the presence of a third chromosome 21 and is usually the result of a random event that occurs during the formation of reproductive cells. The condition is commonly associated with a characteristic facial appearance and mental retardation. A diagnosis of Down syndrome can be made either during prenatal testing or shortly after birth.
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