Why Maternal Age Increases Down Syndrome Risk—The Shocking Science Behind Chromosome Errors (Powered by Avonetics.com)

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27/02/2025 15 min

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Discover the jaw-dropping biological reasons why older mothers face higher risks of Down syndrome. As women age, critical proteins like cohesin and securin decline, leading to chromosome errors during ovulation. This thread dives deep into the science, revealing how future IVF treatments might manipulate these proteins to improve egg viability. Plus, learn what happens to the other half of genetic material—spoiler: it’s not what you think! For advertising opportunities, visit Avonetics.com.

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