What immune tests do test tube babies need to do?
IVF means to achieve pregnancy by cultivating fertilized eggs in vitro and implanting them into the mother through assisted reproductive technology. Compared with natural pregnancy, there may be some differences in the immune system of IVF during development. Therefore, after the birth of a test tube baby, it is very important to carry out immune tests to ensure its health and safety. The following are the immune tests for IVF.
1. Newborn immune screening
Newborn immune screening is one of the primary examination items. Through immune screening of newborns, possible immune deficiency diseases can be found and treated as soon as possible. Common immunodeficiency diseases include congenital immunodeficiency syndrome (SCID), IgA deficiency and IgG subclass deficiency. If these diseases are found and treated in time, serious infections and complications can be effectively prevented.
Newborn immune screening usually includes blood examination and determination of various immune functions. Common inspection methods include enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), flow cytometry and PCR technology. These examinations can help doctors to assess the immune status of newborns, and detect immune deficiency and other abnormalities in a timely manner.
2. Vaccination
Like naturally conceived infants, IVF infants also need to be vaccinated according to standard vaccination procedures. Within a few months after birth, IVF babies need to be vaccinated against various infectious diseases, including whooping cough, measles, rubella, poliomyelitis, pneumococcus and influenza. Vaccination can effectively improve the immunity of infants and prevent the occurrence of infectious diseases.
The vaccination procedure of test tube infants is similar to that of ordinary infants, which usually starts 2 months after birth and vaccinates every other period of time until all vaccination requirements are met. The specific vaccination time and type should be based on the doctor's recommendations.
3. Immunomodulation therapy
Some test tube babies may have abnormal immune system at birth, so immunomodulation therapy is needed. Immunomodulation therapy aims to adjust the immune function of infants, help them develop normally and improve their resistance.
Immunomodulation therapy includes drug therapy, immunoglobulin therapy and bone marrow transplantation. These treatments need to be determined according to the specific situation and the doctor's recommendations. During immunomodulation therapy, IVF infants need to have regular immune function tests to ensure the efficacy and safety of treatment.
4. Follow up and intervention
In addition to immunological examination and treatment, IVF also needs regular follow-up and intervention. The purpose of follow-up is to assess the immune function and overall health of infants, and to find and deal with possible problems in a timely manner.
The contents of follow-up and intervention include growth and development assessment, immune function test, vaccination reminder and vaccination. Regular follow-up and intervention can help doctors monitor the overall health and immune status of infants, adjust the treatment plan in time, and ensure the normal development of the immune system of test tube infants.
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Test tube babies need to undergo a series of immune tests after birth, including neonatal immune screening, vaccination, immunomodulation therapy, and regular follow-up and intervention. These tests and treatment measures help to assess and promote the development of the infant's immune system, improve resistance, and prevent infection and other related diseases. Immunological examination and follow-up of IVF should be carried out by professional medical institutions to ensure the accuracy of examination and the safety of treatment.
