Asked by
Alexia Gonzalez
on Dec 21, 2024Verified
The risk for giving birth to a child with Down syndrome:
A) is related to the age of the child's father.
B) is unrelated to the age of the child's mother.
C) increases as the age of the prospective mother increases.
D) is about one in 500 births overall.
Down Syndrome
A genetic disorder caused by the presence of all or part of a third copy of chromosome 21, characterized by developmental and physical differences.
Prospective Mother
A woman who is expecting a baby or considering becoming pregnant in the near future.
- Comprehend the genetic underpinnings and repercussions of certain genetic disorders and syndromes.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the genetic underpinnings and repercussions of certain genetic disorders and syndromes.