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Down syndrome is a genetic condition caused by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 21 (trisomy 21). It is the most common chromosomal cause of intellectual disability and developmental delays. The term 'Down syndrome' is the preferred modern name, replacing older eponyms such as 'Mongolism.'
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