Pregnant Mom at Hospital To Hear Heartbeat—Then Come Genetic Test Results
Summary
A woman named Nika Diwa, who is pregnant, underwent genetic testing and learned she carries a gene for G6PD deficiency, a condition affecting red blood cells. Her husband tested negative, and they plan to wait until the baby's birth to determine its impact. The story gained significant attention on TikTok, where many mothers shared similar experiences.Key Facts
- Nika Diwa is 35 years old and pregnant with her third child.
- She discovered she carries the gene for G6PD deficiency, which affects red blood cells.
- G6PD deficiency is more common among men and those of Asian, African, Mediterranean, or Middle Eastern descent.
- Symptoms are triggered by certain infections, medications, or foods.
- Diwa's husband, Emeka Ihedigbo, tested negative for the condition.
- The genetic condition is inherited and more prevalent in men because it involves the X chromosome.
- The TikTok video of her experience has about 46,000 likes and 1.4 million views.
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