Inquiry

How is galactosemia treated?

Answer

Elderly pregnant women undergo amniocentesis mainly for chromosomal karyotype analysis, chromosomal genetic disease diagnosis, and the diagnosis of genetic and metabolic diseases to screen for neural tube defects and chromosomal abnormalities. Currently, this examination is performed under ultrasound guidance and generally does not cause damage to the fetus, so there is no need to worry excessively. It is recommended to have the examination done in a hospital with the necessary conditions.