Links

Some links of general interest for prenatal screening:

  • American Association For Clinical Chemistry (AACC) is an international scientific/medical society of clinical laboratory professionals, physicians, research scientists and other individuals involved with clinical chemistry and other clinical laboratory science-related disciplines.
  • American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG) provides education, resources, and a voice for the medical genetics profession.
  • American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) is one of the leading professional genetics research organizations. Its members include researchers, academicians, clinicians, laboratory practice professionals, genetic counselors, nurses and others involved in human genetics.
  • Center for Reproductive Rights is the only global legal advocacy organization dedicated to reproductive rights, with expertise in both U.S. constitutional and international human rights law.
  • College of American Pathologists (CAP), the leading organization of board-certified pathologists, serves patients, pathologists, and the public by fostering and advocating excellence in the practice of pathology and laboratory medicine worldwide.
  • Global Alliance for Genomics and Health (Global Alliance) is an international coalition, dedicated to improving human health by maximizing the potential of genomic medicine through effective and responsible data sharing.
  • International Society for Prenatal Diagnosis and therapy(ISPD) is a multidisciplinary Society with members in over 40 countries. The principal mission of the Society is to stimulate, support and promote education, research and knowledge in the field of prenatal diagnosis and therapy.
  • National Society of Genetic Counselors(NSGC) promotes the professional interests of genetic counselors and provides a network for professional communication.
  • Perinatal Quality Foundation is a non-profit foundation whose mission is to support programs and research that will improve the quality of obstetrical care.
  • Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) gives Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) physicians and scientists a place to share knowledge, research and clinical best practices in order to improve care for moms and babies.