Dr. Branch tells his pregnant patient, "Because you are 38 years old, we are going to do amniocentesis to see whether there is a normal number of chromosomes in your baby." What disorder is Dr. Branch concerned about?

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Dr. Branch is concerned about Down syndrome, which is associated with an abnormal number of chromosomes (specifically, an extra copy of chromosome 21). Amniocentesis is a procedure used to diagnose chromosomal abnormalities, including Down syndrome, especially in pregnancies considered at higher risk, such as those in older mothers.

Dr Branch Tells His Pregnant Patient, "Because You Are 38