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Our Perinatal Diagnostic Centers (PDCs) provide a wide range of ±è°ù±ð²Ô²¹³Ù²¹±ôÌý³Ù±ð²õ³Ù¾±²Ô²µ, consultation and genetic counseling services.

Some of the reasons a pregnant woman may be referred to a PDC include:

• Level 2 ultrasound.
• Growth scan to check your baby’s growth.
• Nonstress testing.
• Prenatal testing for chromosomal and neural tube defects.
• Biophysical profile - ultrasound imaging of amniotic fluid volume and fetal movement, breathing and tone.
• Meeting with a genetic counselor to discuss:
  • Prenatal genetic screening and diagnostic testing options.
  • Genetic issues associated with advanced maternal age.
  • A positive result from the State of California Prenatal Screening Program.
  • Family history of physical abnormality or a known chromosomal, metabolic or genetic condition.
  • Multiple miscarriages.
  • Marriage between relatives (consanguinity).
  • Problems diagnosed by ultrasound.
  • Testing for a specific genetic disorder.
  • Exposure to teratogens (substances which may cause fetal defects). These include some drugs or medications, infections, alcohol, toxins and chemotherapy.