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Prenatal Genetic Testing

Tools and techniques for genetic diagnosis are advancing very rapidly. The Prenatal Genetic Testing Resource Center is designed to help ob/gyns and their patients keep pace as the science of prenatal testing evolves. Expert articles, guidelines, videos and other materials in the library explore screening methods from amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling to next-generation sequencing of cell-free fetal DNA.

TAGS   Obstetrics-Gynecology & Women's HealthAmniocentesisSMFM ConsultTrisomy 21

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Fetal Diagnosis

NEW Noninvasive fetal diagnosis

 

Instead of invasive procedures such as chorionic villus sampling or amniocentesis, definitive, noninvasive testing for fetal chromosomal abnormalities has long been the "holy grail" in obstetrics. It now appears practical to achieve prenatal genetic diagnosis using cell-free fetal dna in maternal blood.

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SMFM

SMFM Consult: Risks of chorionic villus sampling and amniocentesis

 

Questions and answers about fetal loss and complications associated with chorionic villus sampling and amniocentesis.

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Genetic testing

Genetic testing for intellectual disability: A role in diagnostic evaluation

 

Intellectual disability (ID) is a condition with a prevalence of 1% to 3%. As a result, most pediatricians will be required to address and manage this condition on a regular basis.

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TOOLS
 

Patient's Prenatal Screening Questionnaire

 

A resource for potential patients to fill out and give to the specialist if considering an appointment with a geneticist or genetic counselor.