Chromosome 21q Deletion Overview

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What is the definition of Chromosome 21q Deletion?
Chromosome 21q deletion is a chromosome abnormality that occurs when there is a missing copy of the genetic material located on the long arm (q) of chromosome 21. The severity of the condition and the signs and symptoms depend on the size and location of the deletion and which genes are involved. Features that often occur in people with Chromosome 21q deletion include developmental delay, intellectual disability, behavioral problems, and distinctive facial features. Most cases are not inherited, but people can pass the deletion on to their children.
What are the alternative names for Chromosome 21q Deletion?
  • Chromosome 21q deletion
  • 21q deletion
  • 21q monosomy
  • Deletion 21q
  • Monosomy 21q
  • Partial monosomy 21q
Who are the top Chromosome 21q Deletion Local Doctors?
Elite in Chromosome 21q Deletion
Chih-ping P. Chen
Elite in Chromosome 21q Deletion
Chih-ping P. Chen
92, Chung Shan North Road, 
TPQ, TW 

Chih-ping Chen practices in Taiwan. Chen is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 21q Deletion. Their top areas of expertise are Trisomy 14 Mosaicism, Trisomy 18, Hygroma Cervical, and Mosaic Trisomy 8.

Antonio Pellicer
Distinguished in Chromosome 21q Deletion
Antonio Pellicer
Distinguished in Chromosome 21q Deletion
Antonio Pellicer
Avda Fernando Abril Martorell 106, CP 46026, 
Valencia, VC, ES 

Antonio Pellicer practices in Valencia, Spain. Mr. Pellicer is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 21q Deletion. His top areas of expertise are Infertility, Asherman Syndrome, Adenomyosis, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Oophorectomy.

 
 
 
 
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Distinguished in Chromosome 21q Deletion
Schu-rern R. Chern
Distinguished in Chromosome 21q Deletion
Schu-rern R. Chern
TPQ, TW 

Schu-rern Chern practices in Taiwan. Chern is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 21q Deletion. Their top areas of expertise are Mosaicism, Mosaic Trisomy 9, Trisomy 12 Mosaicism, and Chromosome 20 Trisomy.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center