Pre marital genetic screening is used by some ethnic cultures to help determine compatibility and genetic status of couples. Presymptomatic and predictive test are given to determine individuals with specific health problems. These test help in predicting the possible outcomes of genetic fa ctors. With the use of the above test grouping a complete and accurate genetic testing pattern can be set for individuals throughout life stages. Listed below are some of the most common test, purposes and what the results can determined.
Fetal ultrasound is one of the most common screening procedures during pregnancy.
A transducer sends a sound wave that provides a picture of the fetus. This procedure is used to date the pregnancy, assess structure and position of the fetus. Amniocentesis is a surgical tap into the uterus to obtain amniotic fluid. The amniotic fluid can be analyzed to determine genetic status of fetus. The tissue sample is used to analyze chromosome, biochemical and DNA status.