Genetic Screening in the First and Second Trimester
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Medicine, Nursing
Radiology, Genetics
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$99.00 - $124.00
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Genetic Screening in the First and Second Trimester is organized by Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute (GCUS) Inc.
Date of Original Release: 9/12/2016
Reviewed for content accuracy: 9/12/2023
This edition is valid for credit through 9/12/2024
Description
Genetic Screening in the First and Second Trimester Training Video is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the use of ultrasound for genetic screening in the first and second trimester exams. A review of the key components to include in a genetic sonogram and correlation with associated lab tests.
Topics
- Reason for ultrasound genetic screening
- Components of a genetic screening sonogram
- Components of a genetic screening sonogram
- Nuchal Translucency screen
- Targeted vs Standard ultrasound scan (AIUM guidelines)
- Major and minor markers to identify
- Features of Downs Syndrome, Edwards Syndrome, Patau Syndrome, Turner's Syndrome
- Features of Triploidy
- Abnormal cases: Cystic hygroma, CPC, ventriculomegaly, brachycephaly, neural tube defects, cardiac defects, limb defects, omphalocele, renal abnormalities, duodenal atresia, trisomy 18,13, and 21 and more
Objectives
- Demonstrate the participant's knowledge to perform and/or interpret OB ultrasound examinations
- Implement genetic screening in the first and second trimesters
- Explain the components of normal and abnormal nuchal translucency in the first trimester
- Cite minor and major markers with T-13, T-18, T-21, and Triploidy
- Identify common anomalies seen in genetic ultrasound scans
- Apply protocols for a systematic evaluation and screening for aneuploidy