Susannah Barnett

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• What you should know about amniocentesis

  Learn more about amniocentesis, an invasive procedure used to diagnose genetic, chromosomal or immune-related disorders like FNAIT.

• FNAIT vs ITP: What’s the difference?

  FNAIT and immune thrombocytopenia purpura (ITP) both involve a low platelet count, but there are key differences between the two conditions.

• Why FNAIT can affect siblings differently

  Learn more about how FNAIT symptoms and severity can vary between siblings, even if they have the same parents.

• Understanding the different grades of intracranial hemorrhage

  Learn more about the four grades of intracranial hemorrhage, which is a rare but serious potential complication of FNAIT.

• A history of FNAIT: How we came to understand this rare disease

  Researchers learn more about FNAIT with each passing decade, and recent years have seen significant advancements in testing and treatment.

• A perinatal pathologist’s role in FNAIT

  Learn more about a perinatal pathologist, who examines any tissue related to pregnancy after a fetus or newborn passes away.

• Why platelet transfusions may be delayed if FNAIT is suspected

  There are several reasons platelet transfusions may be delayed, including updated clinical guidelines, a lack of matched platelets and more.

• What to expect during a MAIPA test to diagnose FNAIT

  Learn about what to expect during a Monoclonal Antibody Immobilization of Platelet Antigens (MAIPA) test to diagnose FNAIT.

• Why FNAIT often goes undiagnosed during pregnancy

  Because screening for FNAIT is not part of standard testing during pregnancy, it often goes undiagnosed until the baby is born.

• Caring for your mental health after FNAIT

  If your infant was diagnosed with FNAIT, be sure to prioritize your own mental health after you bring your baby home.