Fetal health

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Fetal health

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Hi.. Can a baby with normal heart rate have down's syndrome ?? Is this syndrome genetic/hereditary ??

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Dr. Anu Joseph Gynecologist 18 yrs exp Bangalore Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Anu Joseph

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Yes ..babies with normal heart rate can have downs synd..it's a genetic issue..very rarely hereditary. There are scans, mother's blood test, or direct genetic testing available to screen for and confirm d diagnosis.

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