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Question 1

What is meconium aspiration syndrome (MAS)?

Answer 1

Meconium aspiration syndrome (MAS) is a condition that occurs when a newborn breathes in a mixture of amniotic fluid and meconium, the baby’s first stool, during or shortly before birth

Question 2

What are some symptoms of MAS?

Answer 2

• Grunting when breathing
• Cyanosis
• Limpness/lethargy

Question 3

What does the TUBB3 gene code for?

Answer 3

Codes for the production of beta-tubulin, this is used to make microtubules.
Microtubules form part of the cytoskeleton.
Microtubules are a vital part of forming dendrites and axons.

Question 4

What can a TUBB3 mutation cause?

Answer 4

• People with CFEOM (Congenital fibrosis of the extraocular muscles) can have intellectual disability; behavioral, social, or language problems; or other neurological problems.
• Generally, neurite malformations cause problems with the brain and face.

Question 5

What is the T in TORCH?

Answer 5

Transmitted from mother to baby.
-Toxoplasmosis: Toxoplasmosis is an illness caused by an infection with the parasite Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii). The parasite reproduces in the intestinal tracts of cats. Humans become infected by direct or indirect contact with cat poop (feces) or by eating undercooked meat.

Question 6

What is the O in TORCH?

Answer 6

• Other: HIV, syphilis, parvovirus B19 (slapped cheek), varicella (chickenpox) and (Zika).

Question 7

What is the R in TORCH?

Answer 7

• Rubella: viral infection characterised by red rash, aching fingers, wrists or knees,
  a high temperature, coughs, sneezing, runny nose, headaches, sore throat, sore, red eyes

Question 8

What is the C in TORCH?

Answer 8

• Cytomegalovirus: Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus. Once infected, your body retains the virus for life.Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common infection from a herpes virus. Pregnant people infected with CMV can give birth to a baby with congenital CMV. Congenital CMV can cause hearing loss and developmental issues. CMV can cause serious complications in people who have a compromised immune system, such as transplant recipients.

Question 9

What is the H in TORCH?

Answer 9

• Herpes simplex virus: Herpes simplex virus (HSV):

Type 1 (HSV-1) mostly spreads by oral contact and causes infections in or around the mouth (oral herpes or cold sores). It can also cause genital herpes. Most adults are infected with HSV-1.

Type 2 (HSV-2) spreads by sexual contact and causes genital herpes.