Prenatal screening
In our laboratories we carry out complete prenatal hormone testing such as beta chorionic, LH, FSH, estradiol, progesterone with immediate results ideal in cases of IVF (in vitro fertilization) as well as complete hematological and virological testing.
B chorionic gonadotropin ( b-hg )
Beta-hg is secreted by placental cells and helps us to diagnose pregnancy in the early stages. Its levels are elevated > 5mg from day 10 of conception onwards. It is important to measure it as at the beginning of pregnancy it cannot be imaged in the fetus and the only way to monitor it is to measure it where its levels double every 2 days. Along with the b chorionic, it is advisable to check the hormones oestradiol and progesterone as they are essential for the development of the fetus. In our laboratories we have a modern hormone analyser with the possibility of immediate emergency results of all hormones throughout the day.
Major prenatal screening tests
Antenatal screening is a key step in ensuring the health of the pregnant woman and the foetus. It is a series of diagnostic tests carried out before or during pregnancy to detect any health problems, genetic conditions or infections. The most important tests included in prenatal screening are described below:
General blood: Provides information on haemoglobin, haematocrit, white and red blood cell levels, and helps to detect anaemia or infections.
Blood group and Rhesus (Rh): Determines the blood group (A, B, AB, O) and Rhesus (+ or -). It is necessary to prevent hemolytic disease in the newborn in case of Rh incompatibility.
Sugar and urea: Blood sugar level is checked to detect possible gestational diabetes, while urea evaluates kidney function.
General urine: Used to detect urinary tract infections, proteinuria and other abnormalities that may indicate hypertension or other complications.
Haemoglobin electrophoresis: It diagnoses haemoglobinopathies such as thalassemia, which can affect the foetus.
Serum iron and serum ferritin: Assess iron storage and sufficiency, as deficiency can cause anaemia.
Toxoplasma (Toxo-IgG and Toxo-IgM): Detects any past or current infection by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, which can seriously affect the foetus.
Cytomegalovirus (CMV-IgG and CMV-IgM): Detects cytomegalovirus infection, which can cause congenital abnormalities.
Rubella (Rubella-IgG and Rubella-IgM): Confirms immunity or recent rubella virus infection, which can cause congenital rubella syndrome.
Hepatitis B (HBsAg) and Hepatitis C (HCV): Check for infection by hepatitis B and C viruses, which can be transmitted to the foetus.
AIDS virus (HIV 1+2): Early diagnosis of HIV infection allows measures to be taken to prevent vertical transmission from mother to foetus.
Cystic fibrosis: Molecular testing is done to diagnose this genetic condition that can seriously affect the child's quality of life.
Thyroid hormones (T4 and TSH): They control the function of the thyroid gland, as malfunctions can affect the development of the fetus and the course of pregnancy.
The performance of all the above tests allows the prevention or early treatment of problems, ensuring the health of the pregnant woman and the smooth development of the fetus.
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