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Genetic Testing Pregnancy |
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This test can be used to determine if your baby has a chromosomal disorder or for fetal lung maturity. A small needle is placed through the abdomen into the uterus to collect a small sample of amniotic fluid. Ultrasound is used to guide the needle away from the baby and the placenta.
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Prenatal Testing Basics
Fatal anatomy and problems with the baby or pregnancy. An example might be gastroschisis (abdominal wall opening), a placental issue like a placenta previa, spina bifida or other missing or defective anatomical problems with a baby. Ultrasounds are done by having mom drink enough water to fill her bladder, providing a better image for the screener. A gel is applied to help conduct the sound waves from the transducer placed on your abdomen. |
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Maternal Serum Alpha-Fetoprotein
This is a blood test done between 15 - 17 weeks of pregnancy. There is no risk to the baby during this screening. The mother's blood is screened for one or more substances (alpha-fetoprotein, hCG, estriadol). Higher than normal levels may indicate a neural tube defect, while lower values may indicate certain chromosomal disorders, usually Down Syndrome. |
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Ultrasound
This screening can show if the baby has defects such as kidney problems, heart defects, and limb defects. This procedure does not detect all defects and has not been shown to be helpful in determining Down syndrome in a fetus. A good ultrasound does not indicate that you will not have a baby with a defect, just decreases the likelihood. |
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