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Cleft lip and cleft palate

Cleft lip or palate happens when parts of the lip, upper jaw or roof of the mouth don't join properly early in pregnancy.

Routine antenatal tests

During pregnancy, you'll be offered various blood tests and ultrasound scans. Find out what each test can tell you about you and your baby's health.

What is a congenital disorder?

Congenital disorders are health conditions that are present from birth. They are also called birth differences, congenital anomalies or birth defects.

Edwards syndrome (Trisomy 18)

Edwards syndrome, also called Trisomy 18, is a genetic disorder that causes severe disability. It is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 18.

Tay-Sachs disease

Babies with Tay-Sachs develop slowly, lose vision and speech and typically don't reach school age. It's more common in certain genetic groups.

Fragile X syndrome

Fragile X syndrome is the most common inherited cause of intellectual disability. It also causes physical, behavioural and emotional difficulties.

Guide to genetic disorders

Genetic issues impact many aspects of health and development. Some affect people from birth, while others develop later in life. Read on for details.

Genetic testing

Genetic testing can give you information if you're planning a family, or if you or your partner has a genetic disorder. Learn when counselling can help.

Spina bifida

Spina bifida is a birth defect that affects a baby's spine from early pregnancy. Having enough folate in your diet lowers your baby's risk.

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