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  Pre-natal screening 26 Oct 2005  
Should pregnant women be better informed about screening?

By 2007 all pregnant women should be offered access to pre-natal screening at 11 to 13 weeks. Earlier screening for foetal anomalies is regarded by many as a positive move, but does raise ethical concerns.

Martha looks at new research published this week which highlights the need for these tests to be made available with careful, non-directive counselling.

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