„New Test Rapidly Diagnoses Pregnancy Poisoning, Say Scientists“
Australian scientists from the University of Technology Sydney have developed a new test that can diagnose preeclampsia faster. Preeclampsia is a dangerous condition that affects pregnant women and can be fatal to both the mother and baby. It is also commonly known as „pregnancy poisoning“. The test is a great improvement as it can provide results in just 15 minutes and it is 90.5% sensitive to complications. This is a vital step towards better diagnosis and treatment for women who have this condition, which affects around 4-8% of pregnant women. Preeclampsia usually occurs after the 20th week of pregnancy, causing high blood pressure, protein loss in urine, and swelling in the body. Early diagnosis and treatment of preeclampsia can prevent serious conditions if left untreated.
