Question
When doing pre-pregnancy checks, I found there’s an option for a chromosome test. I’m not very familiar with this test and would like to ask, what are the characteristics of a chromosome disease if there is an abnormality?
Answer
The most distinctive feature of a chromosome disease is its genetic nature, making it crucial to have a chromosome test done at the hospital before pregnancy. Chromosome diseases can lead to delayed growth and development, intellectual disabilities, and congenital malformations. For example, Down syndrome is a very common chromosome disease and currently has no effective treatment methods.