what types of tay-sachs
Tay-Sachs is a genetic disorder caused by the absence of a vital enzyme known as Hex-A. This missing enzyme causes cells to become damaged, resulting in progressive neurological disorders. The form or type is determined by the age of the individual when symptoms first appear. Only one form of Tay-Sachs occurs in a family. If a child has Infantile, older siblings are not at risk to develop Juvenile or Late Onset Tay-Sachs later in life. 1  Classic Infantile â symptoms appear around 6 months of age.