Genetic Screening

Genetic Screening is the process of checking an individual for signs of genetic diseases or defects. Ideally, this is usually performed before a child is born in order to determine the genetic defects, if any the unborn child carries. The parents may then decide if an abortion should be carried out with advice from a doctor.
There are two main methods of carrying out genetic screening, namely amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling. In chorionic villus sampling, a fine catheter is passed through the vagina and cervix and through the placenta where the chorionic villi are located. …