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3.17 Prenatal Procedures . ( Sec 4.6 pg 130). We now have technologies that can determine the health of a baby before it is born. This helps parents prepare for the needs of the baby. . Ultrasound
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3.17 Prenatal Procedures ( Sec 4.6 pg 130)
We now have technologies that can determine the health of a baby before it is born. This helps parents prepare for the needs of the baby.
Ultrasound • High frequency sound waves are sent through the womb. The way that they reflect back is used to create a picture of the baby to determine its health. (like radar)
Amniocentesis • A syringe is used to remove some amniotic fluid, which contains cells from the baby (old skin cells). • A karyotypingand/or DNA analysis can be done on these cells. This is only done on high-risk pregnancies.
Chorionic Villus Sampling • A catheter is inserted into the womb to remove a very tiny piece of the placenta, for DNA analysis and/or karyotyping.
Egg collection • Done before in vitro fertilization, to screen for healthy eggs.