TRISOMY 18

Chromosomal and genetic disorder diagnosis can be less frightening if you are educated and informed about them. Here, we focus on one rare chromosomal disorder, Trisomy 18.

Chromosomal disorders effect many people in the world, Trisomy 18, also known as Edward's Syndrome is one such disorder.

Trisomy 18 is a chromosomal abnormality occurring in 1 out of 3000 live births. Trisomy 18 is almost always fatal. Friends and family members need to be supportive in whatever choices the parents make in regards to the pregnancy.

The condition is where there are more than two copies of chromosome 18; in fact there are three of them instead of the two that would be normal.

Babies born with Edwards syndrome have extra copies of chromosome 18. Although some reach their teen years, half live a week or less.

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