Asked in UHS MDCAT 2011 2011Moderate

Mental retardation, short stature, broad face and squint eyes are the symptoms of:

Correct answer: A. Down's syndrome

  • A. Down's syndrome
  • B. Klinefelter's syndrome
  • C. Turner's syndrome
  • D. XYZ syndrome

Explanation

In Down's syndrome, there are three copies, either complete or partial, of chromosome 21. The characteristics of Down's syndrome include low muscle tone, short stature, a flat nasal bridge, and a protruding tongue. People with Down syndrome have a higher risk of some conditions, including Alzheimer's disease and epilepsy.

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