Testing services
The majority of tests performed for both normal and
abnormal pregnancies are the responsibility of the obstetrician, the maternal
fetal medicine specialist, and specialized imaging offices. With a few
exceptions, the doctors at Children's Memorial rely on the obstetrical
caregivers to provide necessary testing results prior to the consultation.
Limited ultrasounds to recheck specific areas, MRIs to better visualize fetal
anatomy, and genetic testing of relatives are examples of exceptions to the
rule. More here on fetal MRI.
Please first check with your obstetrical caregiver about which tests are
appropriate for your pregnancy and which tests have been already performed if
you are in doubt.