cri du chat BY Hociel and John Paul

Cri du chat Our genetic disorder is cri du chat. takes place in the chromosomes fits into the chromosome abnormality category genetic disorder takes place when chromosome 5 is missing

Symptoms of cri du chat Cat like cry Low weight and growth not able to learn as well as others Eyes are far apart 1 line on palm of hand ears are shaped abnormally Fingers or toes are fused

How cri du chat is inherited? It is not inherited happens when chromosome 5 is deleted shows up in the early fetal stage develops along with the egg/sperm more common in female ladies Most cases are not inherited

Treatments options for cri du chat no specific treatment Parents should have counseling Test to determine if one parent has a change in chromosome 5 There is no prevention

Fun Facts French for the cry of the cat less noticeable as the baby gets older most common syndrome cause by a chromosomal deletion

Pedigree It is inherited in rare cases Most cases are not inherited

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