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Trisomy

Trisomy is the presence of an extra chromosome in cells. Down syndrome is an example of a condition caused by trisomy.

Trisomy is the presence of an extra chromosome in cells. Down syndrome is an example of a condition caused by trisomy.

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Published: October 3, 2008