If you are pregnant, then you most likely will experience prenatal testing in one way or the other. Prenatal tests are important for you and other moms out there to know about your health and that of your baby. They can help determine any medical problems that can affect your unborn child such as genetic disorders or birth defects. The results of the test can then help you make informed decisions or plan for a course of action after your baby is born.
While there are different types of prenatal testing you can try, genetics tests are very popular nowadays compared to other tests. And of course, you need to talk with your midwife or doctor about the tests, what they mean, and what you need to know after you get the results. Though taking the tests is not necessary, your doctor may recommend you to take one to make sure that your baby is healthy and is not suffering from any genetic diseases.
Prenatal genetic tests are even more crucial for mothers who have a higher risk of carrying a child with a birth defect or genetic problem. These pregnant women mostly include those who are more than 35 years old, had a premature baby before, a carriers of a genetic disorder, experiencing medical conditions like seizures, diabetes, or have autoimmune diseases like lupus and have experienced miscarriage. Prenatal testing is also highly suggested if you had pre-eclampsia or diabetes during your previous pregnancy.
Lastly, some prenatal genetic tests are screening tests. This means they can help tell you that your unborn child is at higher risk of having a specific disorder. However, it is not a definite guarantee that your baby will be born with that disease. Once you have a positive result of the screening test, your doctor may require you to have diagnostic tests to give you a more definitive answer.
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