Three-Dimensional (3D) Ultrasound

Three-Dimensional (3D) Ultrasound One of the first steps in your evaluation is a complete ultrasound examination by a Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist. Ultrasound uses sound waves to create an image on a television screen for your doctor and you to see. It is very...

Fetal Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Fetal Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) In some cases, additional imaging studies are needed to help clarify the ultrasound findings. A fetal MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan is a special exam to look inside your body without using X-rays. Radio waves, a magnet...

Genetic Counseling

Genetic Counseling Often, women see a genetic counselor before having an ultrasound examination and other services at our center. Genetic counselors are health professionals with specialized graduate degrees and experience in the areas of medical genetics and...

Prenatal Diagnosis of sickle cell disease

PERENATAL DIAGNOSIS OF SICKLE CELL DISEASE Sickle cell disorder is the commonest single gene disorder among blacks. Sickle cell disease gene is found in about 25-50% of Nigerian Population. About 100,00 children are born annually with a serious Sickle cell disorder...

Down syndrome (Facts and screening)

PRENATAL SCREENING DOWN SYNDROME Down syndrome is the commonest form of chromosomal disorder worldwide. Down syndrome is the commonest cause of severe mental retardation. Every pregnant woman has a chance (risk of having a child with Down syndrome) The vast majority...
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