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. 2014 May;81(2):162-71.
doi: 10.1179/2050854914Y.0000000019.

Prenatal chromosomal microarray for the Catholic physician

Jay J Bringman  1
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Prenatal chromosomal microarray for the Catholic physician

Jay J Bringman. Linacre Q. 2014 May.

Abstract

Prenatal chromosomal microarray (CMA) is a test that is used to diagnose certain genetic problems in the fetus. While the test has been used in the pediatric setting for several years, it is now being introduced for use in the prenatal setting. The test offers great hope for detection of certain genetic defects in the fetus so that early intervention can be performed to improve the outcome for that individual. As with many biotechnical advances, CMA comes with certain bioethical issues that need to be addressed prior to its implementation. This paper is intended to provide guidance to all those that provide counseling regarding genetic testing options during pregnancy.

Keywords: Chromosomal microarray; Prenatal diagnosis.

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