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What are the differences between fragile x syndrome and down syndrome?
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Different chromosome: Fragile x is a condition created when an abnormality in a faulty x chromosome is allowed to interfere with the cells in the body. In females, their other x prevents most problems while males with a y cannot block the abnormality. Down syndrome has a whole or extra piece of a 21 chromosome in every cell which interferes with normal cell function.
Answered 4/25/2016
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