The Primary Factor Associated with the Risk of Down Syndrome

question 13

Multiple Choice

The primary factor associated with the risk of Down syndrome is

• A) family history of heritable diseases.
• B) exposure to TORCH syndrome organisms.
• C) maternal alcohol intake.
• D) maternal age.

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