Performance Evaluation Study for a New Meconium Detection Test

Performance Evaluation Study for a New Meconium Detection Test

The purpose of this study is to collect amniotic fluid samples from pregnant women. Amniotic fluid samples will be tested for meconium with a new assay. The results will be correlated with other laboratory tests.

Female volunteers will be recruited locally in a single medical center. After the occurrence of amniotic membranes rupture, amniotic fluid samples will be collected extracorporeally.

Meconium concentration levels will be measured by the new test. Other laboratory tests will be employed in order to determine the accuracy of the new test.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Provide written or oral informed consent to participate in the study and agree to comply with study procedures.
• Pregnant.
• Intend to seek medical care during pregnancy.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Amniotic fluid samples are mixed with urine.