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Wyatt Kanan
on Dec 29, 2024
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Neural tube defects cause an elevation in the alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) level in the mother's blood.
Neural Tube Defects
A type of birth defect affecting the brain, spine, or spinal cord; occurs when the neural tube does not close completely during early fetal development.
Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP)
A protein produced by the liver of a fetus, which can be measured in the mother's blood or amniotic fluid for certain prenatal tests.
- Understand the significance of mother-related factors on the development of the fetus and the outcomes of delivery.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the significance of mother-related factors on the development of the fetus and the outcomes of delivery.
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