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Fish Exam Of The Fetus

The FISH test is carried out to detect chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus. FISH stands for fluorescence in situ hybridization. this test specifically detects abnormalities if present in chromosome numbers 21, 18, 13, and chromosomes X and Y. The test is performed on uncultured amniocentesis and it takes around 24 to 48 hours to deliver the reports.

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After a natural vaginal miscarriage, when is it safe to have sex?

Query: Hi doctor, My wife had a miscarriage at 22 weeks. It was our first baby. Evacuation was normal delivery. After how long can we have sex? She has completed her two periods. Please guide.  Read Full »


Dr. Sameer Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. After a natural vaginal miscarriage, the uterus generally takes around three months to return back to its pre-pregnant state. However, the bleeding usually stops in a week. So, it is advised that pregnancy should not be planned any time before a gap of next three mont...  Read Full »

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