In Israel, any woman in trimester 1 can get this blood test (weeks 7-13) and be evaluated for risk of pre-eclampsia. If the risk appears elevated, she returns to verify her risk, and if it is indeed elevated, DT can help the doctor determine the required level of monitoring and treatment.
Preeclampsia is a disorder that occurs only during pregnancy and affects both the mother and the unborn baby. Affecting at least 5 percent of all pregnancies, it is a rapidly progressive condition characterized by high blood pressure, swelling and protein in the urine. Sudden weight gain, headaches and changes in vision are important symptoms; however,some women with rapidly advancing disease report few symptoms.
