Prenatal Diagnosis: Current Procedures and Implications for Early Interventionists Working with Families.

Blasco, Patricia M.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ491139

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1994

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ISSN: ISSN-0896-3746

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Prenatal Diagnosis: Current Procedures and Implications for Early Interventionists Working with Families.

Blasco, Patricia M.; And Others

Infants and Young Children, v7 n2 p33-42 Oct 1994

This article provides an overview of procedures commonly used in prenatal screening and diagnosis including ultrasound, amniocentesis, chorionic villus biopsy, maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein, and deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) analysis. Emphasis is on the role of the early interventionist in supporting families during prenatal diagnosis. (Author/DB)

Descriptors: Clinical Diagnosis, Diagnostic Tests, Disabilities, Early Intervention, Evaluation Methods, Family Involvement, Medical Evaluation, Neonates, Prenatal Care, Screening Tests

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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