“University of Queensland researchers have developed an advanced sensor that can detect pregnancy complications as early as 11 weeks with a simple blood test – well before traditional screening methods.

Currently, most pregnancy complications such as gestational diabetes and preeclampsia, cannot be identified until the second or third trimester, which means it can sometimes be too late for effective intervention.

The research, which was co led by researchers from the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) and UQ’s Centre for Clinical Research, could help reduce neonatal hospital admissions and save the healthcare system millions each year.”

From University of Queensland.