Purpose of the Screening
- Identifying if the fetus carries the G6PD genetic mutation.
- Enabling parents to plan proper medical care for the postnatal period.
- Avoiding triggers that cause hemolysis in the newborn immediately after birth.
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A precise prenatal screening designed to detect G6PD deficiency in fetuses with a known family history. This test helps parents and doctors prepare appropriate medical care and precautions to ensure newborn safety.
Scientific name: Prenatal G6PD Deficiency Screening
A specialized medical procedure involving amniotic fluid sampling to analyze genetic mutations for G6PD deficiency. It is primarily recommended for families with a confirmed hereditary history of this enzyme disorder.
Service type
Prenatal genetic screening
Duration
30-45 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Amniotic fluid sampling
- Genetic mutation analysis
- Fetal medicine specialist consultation
Medical Service Information
Who Should Get Tested?
- Families with a confirmed history of G6PD deficiency.
- Mothers who have previously had children with the disorder.
- Cases where a genetic counselor recommends prenatal testing.
Procedure Overview
- Ultrasound is used to precisely locate the fetus and placenta.
- A thin needle is inserted through the abdomen to collect amniotic fluid.
- The sample is sent to a genetic lab for DNA analysis of specific mutations.
Conditions & Notices
- Previous family genetic reports required
- Procedure performed exclusively by a specialist
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