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Who first described Down's syndrome, in 1866?
AHenry Turner
BHarry Klinefelter
CLangdon Down
DReginald Punnett
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Langdon Down
The disorder was first described by Langdon Down in 1866 and carries his name.
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