Rapid thrombophilia genetic test facilitates improved prenatal care for mother and child

Physiological changes in coagulation factors during pregnancy are important to minimise blood loss during gestation and delivery, but may also lead to a 4–6 fold increased risk of venous thromboembolism during pregnancy and after delivery. Approximately 25% of maternal mortality can be ascribed to t...

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Main Authors: M.J. Kotze, C. la Grange, E.P.G. Mansvelt
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 2005-08-01
Series:South African Family Practice
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Online Access:https://safpj.co.za/index.php/safpj/article/view/279
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