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Maternal Serum Screening: The Blood Test for Down’s Syndrome and Spina Bifida

Subtitle
Blood test for Down’s syndrome and spina bifida, The
Synopsis
Explains the advantages and disadvantages of serum screening for Down’s syndrome and spina bifida in order to provide couples expecting a baby with sufficient information to decide whether or not to have the test. Introduces people with Down’s syndrome and spina bifida and explains their problems. Looks at the nature of the blood test and the fact that only about two thirds of cases are identified. Demonstrates amniocentesis - the collecting of fluids from around the baby. Emphasises throughout the voluntary nature of the procedure.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 15 min.
Year of production
1993
Availability
OUT OF DISTRIBUTION
Notes
Updated and replaced in 1997 by SCREENING FOR DOWN’S SYNDROME: MATERNAL SERUM SCREENING
Uses
Pregnant women and their partners; primary care education; school health education.
Subjects
Medical sciences
Keywords
amniocentesis; antenatal care; Down’s syndrome; medical examination; obstetrics; pregnancy - human; spina bifida

Credits

Writer
John Burn

Distributor

Name

University of Newcastle, Television Service

Notes
No longer in existence as a distributor

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