3-21 Down syndrome

How many chromosomes does a person with Down syndrome typically have?

• 45

• 48

• 46

• 47

Answer explanation

Which chromosome is extra in individuals with Down syndrome?

• Chromosome 18

• Chromosome 13

• Chromosome 21

• Chromosome X

Answer explanation

Approximately how many babies are born with Down syndrome each year in the United States?

• 1 in 200

• 1 in 700

• 1 in 800

• 1 in 900

Answer explanation

It is the most common genetic disorder.

What factor increases the risk for having a baby with Down syndrome?

• Geographical location

• Parent's income

• Mother's age

• Father's age

True/false?
The majority of babies with DS are born to mothers over 35 years old.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

I was 26!

How many different kinds of down syndrome are there?

• just the 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

True or false?

Down syndrome is hereditary (runs in families).

• True

• False

Which one is NOT a physical trait of down syndrome?

• a curved pinky finger

• slightly slanted eyes

• a palmar crease (1 horizontal crease in your palm instead of 2)

• pointy ears

True/ False?

People with down syndrome are always happy.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

False! They have feelings just like everyone else.

Why do we wear crazy mismatched socks on World down syndrome day?

• Because people with down syndrome love crazy socks!

• Because colorful socks look like chromosomes

Answer explanation

Here is what the chromosome report looks like when you get genetic testing!