Science Take-Out® Birth Defects And Folic Acid

How Does Folic Acid Prevent Neural Tube Defects?

Follow the case of a pregnant woman who is concerned that her developing baby is at risk for spina bifida, a birth defect. Test simulated blood and amniotic fluid for alpha-fetoprotein, an indicator for potential birth defects. Interpret the results of a sonogram. Make a clay model of the developing nervous system. Learn about clinical trial research studies. Explore the importance of prenatal care for preventing birth defects. This complete experiment setup contains all materials and does not require lab equipment.