A new test to detect Down Syndrome without amniocentesis
Many pregnant women fear when they are told that they have to get an amniocentesis, due to the risks associated with the test. Amniocentesis requires a needle to be inserted into the sac of the baby and fluid is drawn, and then tested with a 100% accuracy for Down Syndrome. This test can cause miscarriages, infections and trauma to the baby. A new blood test is being developed, which can detect down syndrome. The blood test recognizes an extra chromosome 21 within the DNA of the blood that is associated with Down Syndrome. The blood test is given at the 11th week of pregnancy with a 100% accuracy. The blood test will be available within a year.
Here is a link for more information http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/43360386/ns/health-pregnancy/t/blood-test-down-syndrome-creates-ethical-debate/#.TqLdMDBDHfI
Modern Pregnancy Tips. (March 2011). New Blood Test for Down Syndrome May Replace Amniocentesis. Retrieved October 22, 2011, from http://www.modernpregnancytips.com/prenatal-testing/new-blood-test-for-down-syndrome-may-replace-amniocentesis/
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