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Antenatal tests for twins
It’s
more difficult to test twins for a condition such as Down syndrome, as the results of a single
blood test can’t be applied to two babies. In this situation you’ll have a nuchal translucency sca . . .
Chorionic villus sampling (CVS)
This
is a diagnostic test that’s widely available if your first trimester screening
indicates your baby may have a chromosomal disorder such as Down syndrome. It may also be offered to
women who ar . . .
What other checks will I be offered
You’ll
be offered a range of prenatal screening and diagnostic tests that include blood tests, ultrasound scans and invasive tests such as amniocentisis. Most
moms-to-be are offered a nuc . . .
Down syndrome
Down syndrome (DS) is a genetic condition in which a baby is born with an extra chromosome.
We inherit 23 chromosomes from each of our parents, adding up to a total of 46 – but child . . .
Prenatal care and ultrasound scans
Throughout your pregnancy you will have regular checks with your OB-GYN or nurse-midwife. It’s important that you attend all your checks so that any problems can be picked up as early as possible.& . . .
Which scans or tests show up any abnormalities?
You’ll be offered a range of prenatal tests designed to check that you baby is developing normally. Some of these are screening tests and only assess your risk factor – they don’t provide a definit . . .
Autism and testosterone links
Scientists have found that raised levels of the sex hormone testosterone in the wombs of pregnant women is enough to suggest a risk factor to whether a child develops autistic chracteristics. Research . . .
Trisomy 18 and 13
Most pregnant women offered antenatal testing will probably be concerned about the risk of Down’s syndrome. But there are two other conditions caused by chromosome disorders which can also be identifi . . .
Your first trimester: what to expect
From morning sickness to mood swings, early pregnancy can be a difficult time – but a healthy pregnancy diet, exercise and prenatal tests and checks, including ultrasound scans, can reassure you all i . . .
The benefits of being a younger mom
Being a younger mom means you’re less at risk of many pregnancy complications that can affect older moms-to-be, and also that your mom fitness levels will likely be higher, giving you more stamina whe . . .