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Worcester could get new DNA test for Down syndrome

A simple blood test done on maternal serum early in the first trimester of pregnancy to determine if a baby has Down syndrome, or Trisomy 13 or Trisomy 18, more severe genetic syndromes, will likely be offered to mothers in Worcester County later this year.

New fetal DNA test detects Down syndrome

WORCESTER - A simple blood test done on maternal serum early in the first trimester of pregnancy to determine if a baby has Down syndrome, or Trisomy 13 or Trisomy 18, more severe genetic syndromes, will likely be offered to mothers in Worcester County later this year.

Reaction stuns Down Syndrome mother

Suzy Dymock is astounded at the reaction to a protest by parents of Down syndrome children.

Down syndrome sufferer becomes scout leader

Matthew Bellette has risen above his disability to lead others.

WILL: Despite Down syndrome, Jon an equal at ballpark

When Jonathan Frederick Will was born 40 years ago — on May 4, 1972, his father's 31st birthday — the life expectancy for people with Down syndrome was about 20 years. That is understandable.