Antenatal genetic diagnosis: current status and future prospects.
The current status of antenatal genetic diagnosis is reviewed and the limitations of present techniques are discussed. It is suggested that multidisciplinary clinics are the most efficient means of providing this aspect of health care. Advances in cell culture techniques, in ultrasonography and in fetoscopy will extend the services available, and the impact of this will be felt by the community. Education of the medical profession and the public in this area is necessary so that informed decision-making can take place.
D000032:Abortion, Therapeutic; D000653:Amniotic Fluid / Q000032:analysis; D002869:Chromosome Aberrations / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000235:genetics; D025063:Chromosome Disorders; D005260:Female; D005332:Fetoscopy; D005544:Forecasting; D005817:Genetic Counseling; D005820:Genetic Testing; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008661:Metabolism, Inborn Errors / Q000175:diagnosis; D009436:Neural Tube Defects / Q000175:diagnosis; D010348:Patient Care Team; D011247:Pregnancy; D011296:Prenatal Diagnosis; D014463:Ultrasonography; D000509:alpha-Fetoproteins / Q000032:analysis
D000509:alpha-Fetoproteins