Kendra Schaa, a board-certified genetic counselor who specializes in prenatal care, shares what you need to know about genetic testing during pregnancy and factors to consider in deciding whether this testing is right for you. This episode covers prenatal genetic screening (NIPT) and diagnostic tests (CVS and amniocentesis), along with what ultrasound can and cannot tell you when it comes to genetic conditions. To schedule a 1-on-1 virtual genetic counseling appointment with Kendra, visit app.profi.io/b....
Disclaimer:
This video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine or other professional healthcare services. The use of this information and the materials linked to this video is at the user's own risk. The content in this video is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they have, and they should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions. Knowledge about genetics is constantly evolving. This information may become out of date.
00:00 - Intro
00:45 - 1:22 - Basic information about genetics
1:22 - 2:01 - What it means to be a "carrier" of a genetic condition
2:01 - 2:35 - Testing for chromosome conditions
2:25 - 3:14 - Chance of a chromosome condition in pregnancy and risk factors
3:14 - 3:47 - Symptoms associated with chromosome conditions
3:47 - 4:48 - Prenatal ultrasound and detection of genetic/chromosome conditions
4:48 - 6:11 - How to decide if genetic testing during pregnancy is right for you
6:11 - 6:54 - Closing remarks
Thank you for watching. For more information check out the links below:
To find a genetic counselor near you in the United States and in Canada, visit findageneticco...
For support resources and to learn more about Allay Life, visit www.allay-life.com.
With love and light, see you next time.
References:
In regard to all pregnant people being offered carrier screening, the following research was referenced:
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. "Committee opinion no. 691: carrier screening for genetic conditions." Obstet Gynecol 129.3 (2017): e41-e55.
In regard to all pregnant people being offered screening and diagnostic testing, the following research was referenced:
Rose, Nancy C. MD; Kaimal, Anjali J. MD, MAS; Dugoff, Lorraine MD; Norton, Mary E. MD; American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists’ Committee on Practice Bulletins-Obstetrics Committee on Genetics Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Screening for Fetal Chromosomal Abnormalities: ACOG Practice Bulletin, Number 226.
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Keywords: pregnancy, genetic testing, genetic counselor, chromosome condition, Down syndrome, pregnancy loss, prenatal
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