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Detection of maternal X chromosome abnormalities using single nucleotide polymorphism-based noninvasive prenatal testing.
American journal of obstetrics & gynecology MFM - 1 Aug 2020
Martin Kimberly A, Samango-Sprouse Carole A, Kantor Valerie, Dhamankar Rupin, Valenti Elizabeth, Trefogli Maria Teresa, Balosbalos Irish, Lagrave Danielle, Lyons Daniel, Kao Charlly, Hakonarson Hakon, Billings Paul R
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Maternal X chromosome abnormalities may cause discordant results between noninvasive prenatal screening tests and diagnostic evaluation of the fetus/newborn, leading to unnecessary invasive testing. Women with X chromosome abnormalities are at increased risk for reproductive, pregnancy, or other health complications, which may be reduced or ameliorated by early diagnosis, monitoring, and intervention....
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