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Can any test determine if a person will have abnormal kids?

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Can normal tests tell that a person will have abnormal kids or no kids at all?

Please explain.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Sadaf Mustafa

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I am sorry, but I am not sure which test you are referring to. If you are referring to semen analysis, then unless the tests remain normal, the likelihood of having kids is high.

However, this test would not provide information about the abnormality of kids. If you are referring to genetic analysis, then yes, some genetic testing can determine if the child is abnormal. These tests are usually performed after a female becomes pregnant, using the fluid around the baby or the mother's blood work.

Some genetic testing can be done on the father, but it depends on the specific condition you are looking for. For example, if you are searching for abnormal blood disorders, it requires different genetic testing than a muscle disorder.

I hope it helps.

Thank you.

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Published At June 6, 2016
Reviewed At April 15, 2026

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Dr. Sadaf Mustafa is an Internal Medicine Specialist. She can diagnose and manage complex and multisystem disease. She can treat chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disorders. She can provide preventive care and routine health assessments. She can help in the management of infections and autoimmune diseases. She helps in the interpretation of diagnostic tests and imaging reports. She can do medication management and adjustment for long-term therapies.

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Education:

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Professional Bio:

Dr. Sadaf Mustafa is an Internal Medicine Specialist. She can diagnose and manage complex and multisystem disease. She can treat chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disorders. She can provide preventive care and routine health assessments. She can help in the management of infections and autoimmune diseases. She helps in the interpretation of diagnostic tests and imaging reports. She can do medication management and adjustment for long-term therapies.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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