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Down syndrome arises due to the presence of extra genetic material (known as a “chromosome”) in a person’s cells. This additional genetic material affects the way the brain and body develop.

Women at higher risk of having a baby with Down syndrome include those:
  • Who are older when they get pregnant
  • Have a previous child with Down syndrome
  • Have siblings with Down syndrome
However, anyone can have a baby with Down syndrome, including women who are younger or who have no history of Down syndrome in the family.

Figure 1. Relationship of risk of Down syndrome with respect to maternal age.
Figure 1. Relationship of risk of Down syndrome with respect to maternal age.

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