CHD often occurs in association with other birth malformations, and only in a minority are disease-causing chromosomal abnormalities identified. We hypothesized that children with CHD and ...

Chromosomal (cytogenetic) abnormalities Alterations of chromosomes that can be seen under a microscope Aneuploidy Loss of 1 of a pair of chromosomes (opposite of polyploidy, which is more than 2 ...

Purpose: Despite advances in harvesting and culturing techniques, analysis of the impact of these improvements on the observed frequency of chromosomal abnormalities in spontaneous abortions (SAB ...

Craddock and Owen's [24] review of the literature found reports of 7 cytogenetic surveys of samples of psychiatric patients, which included subjects with mood disorders, and 22 case reports of ...

Our cells constantly receive DNA damage from factors such as ultraviolet rays, irradiations, toxins and chemicals. For women, ...

Every now and then we see media reports about celebrities in their mid 40s having surprise pregnancies. Or you might hear ...

Chromosomal abnormalities are one of the leading causes of birth defects. Fertility expert reveals the secret to lowering birth defect risks.(Image by Pixabay) In an interview with HT Lifestyle ...

It took more than 50 years for Marthe Gautier to set the record straight about her discovery of the genetic cause of Down ...

Could science help prevent birth defects? This National Birth Defects Awareness Month, here's the breakthrough every couple needs to know!

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Genetic testing during pregnancy helps detect chromosomal or genetic conditions like Down syndrome and inherited disorders.

The study found that Prequel ® Prenatal Screen with AMPLIFY™ technology enables reliable results as early as eight-weeks’ gestation. Typically, prenatal cell-free DNA (pcfDNA) screening is offered ...