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Amniotic fluid sampling
Amniotic fluid sampling is a diagnostic procedure that involves collecting a sample of amniotic fluid for analysis.
Amniotic fluid sampling is a diagnostic procedure that involves collecting a sample of amniotic fluid for analysis. Used for Fetal health assessment during pregnancy.
At a glance
| Generic name | Amniotic fluid sampling |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | ANRS, Emerging Infectious Diseases |
| Modality | Biologic |
| Therapeutic area | Obstetrics |
| Phase | Phase 2 |
Mechanism of action
This procedure is typically performed during pregnancy to assess fetal health and detect potential complications. The amniotic fluid is collected through a needle inserted into the uterus, and the sample is then analyzed for various parameters such as fetal lung maturity, infection, and genetic disorders.
Approved indications
- Fetal health assessment during pregnancy
Common side effects
Key clinical trials
- "Pregnancy and Viral Infections: Impact on Pregnant Women and Their Children. French Prospective Cohort"
- Comparison of the Non-invasive Approach and Fetal Exome Sequencing in Prenatal Diagnosis When Fetal Ultrasound Signs Are Discovered (NA)
- Transplacental Transmission of COVID-19
- The Predictive Value of Amniotic Fluid pH and Electrolytes on Neonatal Respiratory Disorders
- Whole Exome Sequencing in Prenatal Diagnosis of Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum
- Presence of Nanoparticles in the Amniotic Fluid
- Can Non-invasive Sampling Determine the Inflammatory Status of the Intra-uterine Environment?
- Scalp Sampling for Fetal Surveillance (NA)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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