Genetic and metabolic disorders mnemonic

Autosomal trisomies

Common questions

What is the Genetic and metabolic disorders mnemonic?

Down 21, Edwards 18, Patau 13. It helps you recall: Autosomal trisomies.

What does "Down" stand for?

Trisomy 21

What does "Edwards" stand for?

Trisomy 18

What does "Patau" stand for?

Trisomy 13

What are all the parts of the Down 21, Edwards 18, Patau 13 mnemonic?

Down: Trisomy 21; Edwards: Trisomy 18; Patau: Trisomy 13.

Which topic does this mnemonic belong to?

It belongs to Genetic and metabolic disorders in Pediatrics.

Where does this mnemonic stop being reliable?

Does not cover clinical features.

How is this useful clinically?

Pairs syndrome names with chromosome numbers.

How do I make this mnemonic stick?

Say it aloud, write it from memory tomorrow, then again in a week. Then test yourself on a Pediatrics question about Genetic and metabolic disorders.

Is this a standard mnemonic?

It is a teaching aid written or adapted by our team. Some resemble ones students share informally. Check any fact that matters in a standard source.