Catov . (2012) Pregnancy Is a Screening Test for Later Life Cardiovascular Disease: Now What? Research Recommendations. Women's Health Issues 22 , e123-e128 Online publication date: 1-Mar-2012. /Roberts JM, Catov JM. Pregnancy is a screening test for later life cardiovascular disease: now...
The counselor can also tell you about your risk for passing a genetic condition or disorder in a future pregnancy. A screening test may include blood tests to check your DNA or your partner's DNA. Genetic tests are not always accurate or complete. Your baby may be born with a genetic ...
The purpose of the present review is to systematically advise the community physician about the essential screening tests that are required to maintain woman's health. This review does not refer to screening test that should be performed during pregnancy due to the unique nature of such screening ...
The NT scan is a non-invasive prenatal screening test in the first trimester. Find out what it can tell you about your baby's risk for Down syndrome and other…
Pre-pregnancy carrier screening Historically, pre-pregnancy carrier screening programs have been tailored for specific population groups who are more likely to have a recessive disease. For example, the recessive brain condition Tay-Sachs disease, which is usually fatal in early childhood, has a high...
Hepatitis B is inflammation of the liver caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). HBV can spread from a mother to her baby during delivery. You will be checked for HBV as early as possible in the first trimester of each pregnancy. You need the test even if you received the hepatitis B ...
Opt-out.During your routine visit, a doctor or nurse will notify you that an HIV test is included in the standard preventative screens unless you specifically decline or postpone the test. Opt-out HIV testing, also known as universal screening, is an evidence-based strategy that encourages more...
A gynecologist is a doctor who specializes in treating the female reproductive system. Photo credit: Westend61/Getty Images What Does a Gynecologist Do? Gynecologists give reproductive and sexual health services that include pelvic exams, Pap tests, cancer screenings, and testing and treatment for ...
This is a serious condition that can happen when your blood sugar level gets too high. Pregnancy increases your risk for DKA. The symptoms of DKA include stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and confusion. Your care team provider may suggest that you test the levels of ketones in your urine when...
In 1984, one study showed that MSAFP levels in mothers whose babies had Down syndrome were lower than the levels of those in control groups.2 This led to the use of MSAFP (combined with maternal age) as a screening test for fetal Down syn- drome. Since it was known that advanced matern...