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Chorionic villus sampling (CVS) is a prenatal test used to detect birth defects, genetic diseases, and other problems during pregnancy. During the test, a small sample of cells ...
The fetal membranes consist of the chorion, amnion, yolk sac, and allantois. The chorion has three layers: cytotrophoblastic, chorionic connective tissue, and basement membrane. The chorion lies ...
This test is usually offered to women who are considered high risk for having babies with genetic disorders such as cystic fibrosis or chromosomal abnormalities. A sample of the cells that line the ...
Measurement of serum chorionic gonadotropin immediately after suction curettage and 12 to 24 hours later will hasten the diagnosis, since chorionic villi are not identified on histologic analysis ...
Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) CVS is an alternative to amniocentesis, and it can be performed earlier in the pregnancy. Like amniocentesis, CVS can diagnose some diseases.
AIIMS director Prof. Ajai Singh said, “Completing the first Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS0 at AIIMS Bhopal is an important step towards advancement in fetal medicine services at our institution.