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Genetic Testing in Pregnancy

Genetic TestingWhile there are no tests that guarantee that the baby will be perfect, risk screening and genetic testing (when indicated) can lend reassurance that a baby will not be born with major genetic problems.
 Genetic Testing in Pregnancy Topics
* Amniocentesis for Second Trimester Diagnosis
* Triple Check Testing in Pregnancy
* The Triple Check Decision
* Screening for Cystic Fibrosis in Pregnancy
* Screening for Tay-Sachs Disease
 Questions From Other Parents
? Meaning of the triple check
? Risks of amniocentesis
? Why do I need a triple check?
? Triple Check Controversy for Older Women
? Increased Risk for Down's Syndrome
? Fears of Fetal Deformities
? Confused about Results of Triple Check Test
? Ensuring that a Child Won't Have Sickle Cell
? Confusing Amniocentesis Results
? High Risk Triple Check Results
? Neck Thickness Seen on Ultrasound & Fear of Down Syndrome
 CONSUMER ALERTS
*CPSC, K'NEX Industries Announce Recall of Children's Toys
*CPSC, Schylling Associates Inc. Announce Recall of More "Jack-In-the-Box" Type Toys
*CPSC, Zutopia (a division of Wet Seal Inc.) Announce Recall of Girl's Loungewear
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