Antenatal Investigations (Midwifery Practice Guide S.)

by Maureen Boyle (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1995

  $8.73

  An introductory reference guide to the subject of antenatal investigations. The first edition was described as 'clear, well-referenced and giving a balanced insight into many areas' by the National Childbirth Trust magazine New Generation. After qualifying Maureen Boyle worked as a midwife at St Mary's Hospital, Paddington in London, until completing the Advanced Diploma in Midwifery at the Royal College of Midwives in 1988 and the Post Graduate Certificate in Education of Adults at the University of Surrey in 1991.

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  Hardcover
  1994

  $5.96

  Includes a history of antenatal investigation, blood tests in pregnancy: effects of haemodilution; values before and during pregnancy; pathological anaemia; ferritin values; and the potential damage to foetus with unnecessary iron supplements. The white cell count and its significance, platelet levels in pregnancy, blood groups and the rhesus factor, other antibodies, blood glucose levels, normal and gestational diabetics, routine testing and glucose tolerance test are also included.