Down Syndrome

Down syndrome is a genetic disorder caused when abnormal cell division results in extra genetic material from chromosome 21. Down syndrome causes a distinct facial appearance, intellectual disability, developmental delays, and may be associated with thyroid or heart disease. Medical specialists will conduct additional screenings. Early intervention programs with a team of therapists and special educators who can treat each child s specific situation are helpful in managing Down syndrome. , DownSyndrome, DNA, trisonomy21, chromosome, gene, genetics