All of the Following Statements Characterize Down Syndrome EXCEPT

question 9

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements characterize Down syndrome EXCEPT:

• A) There is trisomy of chromosome 21.
• B) Cardiac abnormalities, intussusceptions, and gastric reflux are signs.
• C) There is upward slanting of the eyes and the hands and fingers are short.
• D) The condition is caused by chromosomal inversion.