What is a Syndrome

Question

What is a syndrome?
A) a characteristic facial appearance
B) a group of traits, all of which must be present if an aneuploidy is to be diagnosed
C) a group of traits typically found in conjunction with a particular chromosomal aberration or gene mutation
D) a characteristic trait usually given the discoverer's name
E) a characteristic that only appears in conjunction with one specific aneuploidy

Accepted Answer

A syndrome is typically a group of traits that are found together and are associated with a particular chromosomal aberration or gene mutation. This set of traits may include physical characteristics, medical issues, cognitive or behavioral symptoms, or a combination of these factors. A syndrome can often be identified based on these characteristic features, although there may be some variability in presentation among individuals with the same condition.