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Prenatal diagnostic tests include all the following, EXCEPT:
Prenatal diagnostic tests include all the following, EXCEPT:
- Chorionic villus sampling
- Paternal blood screening (correct)
- Ultrasound sonography
- Amniocentesis
Normally conducted seven weeks into the pregnancy, ______ is used to detect structural abnormalities in the fetus and when used later in the pregnancy can help determine whether the baby is a boy or a girl.
Normally conducted seven weeks into the pregnancy, ______ is used to detect structural abnormalities in the fetus and when used later in the pregnancy can help determine whether the baby is a boy or a girl.
ultrasound sonography
What fetal screening method can provide more detailed images than an ultrasound?
What fetal screening method can provide more detailed images than an ultrasound?
Fetal MRI
A _______ _________ may be able to detect certain placental abnormalities better than ultrasound sonography.
A _______ _________ may be able to detect certain placental abnormalities better than ultrasound sonography.
Study Notes
Prenatal Diagnostic Tests
- Common prenatal diagnostic tests include various methods, but paternal blood screening is not among them.
- Prenatal tests aim to identify potential health issues in the fetus.
Ultrasound Sonography
- Typically performed around seven weeks of pregnancy.
- Used to detect structural abnormalities in the fetus.
- Can indicate the sex of the baby later in pregnancy.
Fetal MRI
- Provides more detailed images compared to traditional ultrasound.
- Useful for diagnosing complex fetal conditions.
Alternative Diagnostic Methods
- Certain placental abnormalities may be better detected with specific methods beyond ultrasound sonography.
- Alternative methods enhance diagnostic capabilities during pregnancy.
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Test your knowledge on prenatal diagnostic tests with these flashcards. This quiz covers important terms and methods used during pregnancy, including ultrasound sonography and paternal blood screening. Perfect for students studying maternal-fetal medicine.
