Gulfcoast: Genetic Screening in the First & Second Trimester
Overview
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, 21 and more.
Objectives
- Demonstrate the participants knowledge to perform and/or interpret OB ultrasound examinations.
- Implement genetic screening in the first and second trimester.
- 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.
Audience
Sonographers, physicians, nurse practitioners, PAs, and other medical professionals who are involved with performing and/or interpreting OB ultrasound examinations. Physicians may include (but are not limited to) those involved with: obstetrics, family medicine, and primary care.
Price : $ 15
