DNA concentrations in amniotic fluid according to gestational age and fetal sex: data from 2573 samples.

Yoel Gofin Ran SvirskyDana Lavi Ben AtavMeytal LibermanTamar TenneSharon Perlman Rivka Sukenik Halevy

Published in: Archives of gynecology and obstetrics (2024)

DNA concentrations in amniotic fluid vary according to gestational age and are higher in pregnancies of female fetuses. This should be considered when determining the volume of fluid extracted and the timing of amniocentesis, with greater volumes needed in earlier stages of pregnancy.

Keyphrases

gestational age
preterm birth
birth weight
circulating tumor
cell free
single molecule
umbilical cord
electronic health record
nucleic acid
mesenchymal stem cells
body mass index