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'I nearly aborted my baby because of an unreliable test'
Edwards Syndrome and Patau Syndrome. Medical professionals agree that, when used correctly, it is pretty reliable as a test for these conditions. NIPT for Down's, Edwards and Patau syndromes has ...
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Should You Try the Ring Gender Test?
Some parents want to learn their baby's sex ASAP. Others opt for surprise, choosing to wait until their baby's arrival to find out if they're welcoming a son or a daughter. If you fall into the ...
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Recognizing the Clinical Features of Trisomy 13 Syndrome
Changes in either chromosome structure or number can occur during cell division. Each human has 46 chromosomes, 22 pairs of autosomes and 1 pair of sex chromosomes (XX: female or XY: male). During ...
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Tourette Syndrome
Tourette syndrome is a neurological (nervous system) tic disorder. It causes people to make sudden movements or sounds they can’t control. These are called tics. For example, someone with ...
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Imposter Syndrome
Overcoming imposter syndrome involves changing a person's mindset about their own abilities. Imposters feel like they don’t belong, so acknowledging their expertise and accomplishments is key ...
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Amniocentesis: risks, what to expect and should I have one?
NIPT – This is a newish blood test for Down’s Syndrome, Edwards’ and Patau’s. It’s starting to be rolled out in some NHS hospitals and is also available privately. Two things to note: NIPT doesn’t ...
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Your booking appointment: what happens and what you'll need to do
Additionally, you will also be asked if you'd like your blood sample to be used as part of the combined screening test for Down's syndrome (and Patau's syndrome and Edwards' syndrome). You'll probably ...
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Fragile X Syndrome
What Is Fragile X Syndrome? Fragile X syndrome, also known as Martin-Bell syndrome, is a genetic condition that affects a child's learning, behavior, appearance, and health. Symptoms can be mild ...
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Asperger's Syndrome
Asperger's syndrome refers to a high-functioning form of autism. Although it was once classified as its own condition, Asperger’s is no longer an official diagnosis in the Diagnostic and ...
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Down Syndrome News
Sep. 25, 2024 — People with Down syndrome face a higher risk of developing leukemia. Now researchers explain why, by identifying specific changes in blood cells of people with Down ...
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Recognizing the Clinical Features of Trisomy 13 Syndrome
Recognition of the clinical features of Trisomy 13 syndrome, a common autosomal trisomy, provides the basis for diagnostic testing and counseling of families. This article provides a systematic ...