Fetal fibronectin test

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By Mayo Clinic staff

The fetal fibronectin test is a simple procedure. The test poses no risk of miscarriage or other pregnancy complications.

References
  1. Lockwood CJ. Fetal fibronectin for prediction of preterm labor and delivery. http://www.uptodate.com/home/index.html. Accessed March 8, 2010.
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