Published on June 13, 2017

Aneuploidy


One or more missing or extra chromosomes.

Overview

Aneuploidy occurs when there is 1 or more missing or extra chromosome. Aneuploidy occurs at an early stage of the development of the fertilized egg. The chromosome mutation causes genetic conditions including Down syndrome and Turner syndrome.

Symptoms

Symptoms vary depending on the syndrome.

Treatments

Treatments also vary depending on the syndrome.