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Description

Recurrent abortion is a condition in which a woman has three or more consecutive miscarriages. It is a relatively rare condition, occurring in about 1% of all pregnancies. The cause of recurrent abortion is often unknown, but it can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic abnormalities, hormonal imbalances, uterine abnormalities, and infections. Treatment for recurrent abortion may include lifestyle changes, medications, or surgery, depending on the underlying cause.

Synonyms

• recurrent abortion

Basic Lab Tests (measurements)

• plasma
  •      homocysteine
• serum
  •      phosphatidylinositol antibody
  •      interleukin-2
  •      cardiolipin Ab
  •      phospholipid antibody
  •      TNF-alpha
  •      phosphatidate antibody
  •      phosphatidylserine antibody
  •      iron

Detailed Disease and Condition Information (use the search buttons below to find details on these topics)
All of the following must be considered when interpreting clinical findings and are too extensive to be covered on this site: