Pregnancy health
What is Diabetes Mellitus?
Diabetes Mellitus is a condition that hinders the body's efficient utilization of glucose. The body breaks down simple carbohydrates (such as sugar in soft drinks or jam) and complex carbohydrates (like rice or noodles) into glucose.
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The nuchal translucency test (also called the NT scan), it is to use ultrasound to assess your developing baby's risk of having Down syndrome (DS) or some other chromosomal abnormalities, as well as major congenital heart problems. It's offered to all pregnant women, along with a blood test called NIPT, in first-trimester combined screening options.
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What is Down syndrome?
Down syndrome is one if the most common chromosomal condition that a baby can be born with. it is the most common cause of significant mental retardation and learning disability in children. It can happen to anyone regardless of age but much more higher risk in older women.
Down syndrome is also known as Trisomy 21.
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What is a dating scan?
A dating scan is an ultrasound scan done before 14 weeks of pregnancy to help estimate your baby’s due date. In early pregnancy, most babies of the same gestational age are about the same size. A dating scan measures your baby and this helps your doctor estimate how long you have been pregnant, and when your baby is due.
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