Ampath has extensively reviewed and updated the comments provided for thyroid function testing to include recommendations from the most recent international and local SEMDSA/ACE guidelines. Interpretive comments have also been extended to children and neonates. The results of thyroid antibodies will be incorporated into our comments for primary overt and subclinical hypothyroidism and primary hyperthyroidism.... Read more
The hypertensive disorders of pregnancy are a group of potentially life-threatening conditions, associated with about 10% of all pregnancies and the second most common cause of maternal deaths in South Africa. Associated complications include premature delivery, intra-uterine foetal growth restriction, stillbirths, renal or hepatic failure, haemorrhage and strokes.... Read more