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MS - Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Fellowshi...read more

Gynaecologist•Amritsar
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What does the term anterior placenta mean?

There are two types of cells that make up an embryo: those that develop into the baby and those that develop into the placenta. The placenta can be best defined as a pancake-shaped organ that develops in a woman's uterus when she is pregnant. It serves as a barrier between the mother and the developing fetus, providing nutrients and oxygen to the fetus and removing waste products from its blood.

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With the advancements in medical science and technology, detecting abnormalities in fetus has become possible, which is indeed a boon for soon-to-be parents. During pregnancy, the fetus develops in an environment surrounded by a water-based fluid called the amniotic fluid. This fluid contains some substances such as live fetal cells and nutrients.

A medical analysis of this fluid can reveal valuable information regarding the health of the baby. This prenatal test is called amniocentesis...more
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Are you aware of the condition known as oligohydramnios during pregnancy, in which there is too less amniotic fluid? The amniotic fluid is an important part of your baby s support system. It helps in protecting your baby and in the development of lungs, muscles, limbs, and the digestive system. The amount of this fluid can be measured via several methods. amniotic fluid index (AFI) evaluation is commonly used for measurement. When the results show a fluid level less than five centimeters, you ne...more
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Gynaecologist•Ahmedabad
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With the advancements in medical science and technology, detecting abnormalities in fetus has become possible, which is indeed a boon for soon-to-be parents. During pregnancy, the fetus develops in an environment surrounded by a water-based fluid called the amniotic fluid. This fluid contains some substances such as live fetal cells and nutrients.

A medical analysis of this fluid can reveal valuable information regarding the health of the baby. This prenatal test is called amniocentesis...more
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Are you aware of the condition known as oligohydramnios during pregnancy, in which there is too less amniotic fluid? The amniotic fluid is an important part of your baby s support system. It helps in protecting your baby and in the development of lungs, muscles, limbs, and the digestive system. The amount of this fluid can be measured via several methods. amniotic fluid index (AFI) evaluation is commonly used for measurement. When the results show a fluid level less than five centimeters, you ne...more
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Are you aware of the condition known as oligohydramnios during pregnancy, in which there is too less amniotic fluid? The amniotic fluid is an important part of your baby s support system. It helps in protecting your baby and in the development of lungs, muscles, limbs, and the digestive system. The amount of this fluid can be measured via several methods. amniotic fluid index (AFI) evaluation is commonly used for measurement. When the results show a fluid level less than five centimeters, you ne...more
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Are you aware of the condition known as oligohydramnios during pregnancy, in which there is too less amniotic fluid? The amniotic fluid is an important part of your baby s support system. It helps in protecting your baby and in the development of lungs, muscles, limbs, and the digestive system. The amount of this fluid can be measured via several methods. amniotic fluid index (AFI) evaluation is commonly used for measurement. When the results show a fluid level less than five centimeters, you ne...more
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The TORCH screen is a group of blood tests that check for several different infections in a newborn. TORCH stands for toxoplasmosis, rubella, cytomegalovirus, herpes simplex, and HIV, but it can also include other newborn infections. Sometimes the test is spelled TORCHS, where the extra "S" stands for syphilis.
HSV TEST: Tests used to diagnose or screen for genital herpes include: PCR blood test: The PCR blood test can tell if you have genital herpes even if you don't have symptoms. The PCR ...more
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Gynaecologist•Hyderabad
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Hello
lybrate user I understood your concern and my opinion is that yes you should directly go for amniocentesis if trisomy 21 risk is 1 in 50, there are other non invasive prenatal diagnostic tests available but they are not confirmatory, I hope my answers help you
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