Term: Down Syndrome

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2008-11-18

Definition:

A genetic disorder characterized by mental retardation and other physical defects resulting from the presence of an extra copy of chromosome number 21.

References 

• Brownell M, De Coster C, Penfold R, Derksen S, Au W, Schultz J, Dahl M. Manitoba Child Health Atlas Update. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2008. [Report] [Summary] [Additional Materials] (View)