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… . How can I prepare for prenatal and health care visits? Some pregnant women and … or community support worker. Getting early and regular prenatal care is an important step to a healthy pregnancy. … childcare for other children Offer to go along to the next prenatal appointment with their health care provider to …
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… on quality of life or life span. Birth defects include: Genetic disorders, such as Down syndrome and trisomy 18 . … types of tests? There are two types of birth defects tests: screening and diagnostic. Screening tests show the chance … you choose to have a test, you also may want to talk with a genetic counsellor . The counsellor can talk with you about …
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… it? Experts don't know exactly what causes ovarian cancer. Genetics, such as DNA changes, are a risk factor for a small … looked at under a microscope to see if it has cancer cells. Screening tests for ovarian cancer Experts don't recommend … 125 (CA-125) Test Computed Tomography (CT) Scan of the Body Genetic Testing and Screening Pelvic Examination Pelvic …
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… What is Down syndrome? Down syndrome is a genetic condition. It affects a baby's development. Children … their risk factors may want to talk to their doctors about genetic counselling. Learn more Genetic Testing and Screening Symptoms Children with Down syndrome have a range …
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… is phenylketonuria (PKU)? Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare genetic condition in which the body cannot break down an … are thinking about having another baby, you may want to get genetic counselling . If you have a family history of PKU, … , and severe intellectual disability . How is it diagnosed? Screening is recommended for all newborns within a few days …
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… What is sickle cell disease? Sickle cell disease is a genetic red blood cell disorder. It changes normal, round … can diagnose sickle cell disease before a child is born (prenatally). Prenatal tests include amniocentesis and … Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) Genetic Testing and Screening Sickle Cell Trait Treatment Overview Medical …
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… Cancer Risk: Should I Have a BRCA Gene Test? Breast Cancer Screening: When Should I Start Having Mammograms? Breast … more likely to get breast, ovarian, and some other cancers. Genetic testing can show if you have gene changes that … more likely to get breast, ovarian, and some other cancers. Genetic testing can show if you have gene changes that …
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… the infant's heel is pricked to draw blood for newborn screening tests. Bleeding that goes on for a long time after … You may need to have some tests, such as a blood test or a genetic test. If your doctor thinks that you may have a … allow you to make informed decisions about pregnancy and prenatal care. How is hemophilia treated? Hemophilia can be …
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… Nausea and Vomiting From Chemotherapy Lowering Your Risk A screening test can find cervical cell changes that can lead to cervical cancer. Regular screening tests, such as the Pap test, almost always show … information on the HPV vaccine. Learn more Cervical Cancer Screening HPV: Should I Get the Vaccine? HPV: Should My …
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… Recently Pregnant, or Breastfeeding Cystic Fibrosis Carrier Screening Dental Care During Pregnancy Depression During … Gamete and Zygote Intrafallopian Transfer (GIFT and ZIFT) Genetics Gestational Diabetes Getting Enough Folic Acid … Deliver Pregnancy: Dropping (Lightening) Pregnancy: First Prenatal Visit Pregnancy: Hair Changes Pregnancy: Hand …
