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Regular blood work for thal minor pregnancies

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sumit_thal:
Thanks Andy.

One more question - is there a test to check Vitamin E levels ? She has been taking prenatal supplements which has only 10 IU. I've seen several posts which suggest taking 400-500 IU because it has mind blood thinning capability. based on the cases, does lack of Vitamin E cause trouble in early or late pregnancy ? thanks!

Andy Battaglia:
There is a test for vitamin E, but it isn't relevant in the discussion of pregnancy in thals. The point of vitamin E is its antioxidant properties and its blood thinning capability. To ensure these effects, a constant and regular supply is required. You cannot get enough of this through diet.
From the reports I have read here, I have to say that this is a problem that can exist throughout the entire pregnancy, as a reduced blood supply between uterus and placenta leads to slow fetal growth and in many cases, eventual miscarriage. If fetal growth has been normal and the mother's health is good, there is much less chance of problems existing.

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