Placental Accreta Spectrum Diagnostic

Placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) is a condition where the placenta attaches too deeply into the uterine wall, causing severe bleeding and complications for the mother. PAS occurs in 1 in 300 to 500 deliveries — a 10-fold increase in the past 50 years. However, more than 50% of cases are not detected before delivery. To address this major issue, we are developing a blood-based diagnostic tool from maternal plasma that to detect PAS early. This tool is critical for safe deliveries, especially in cases without traditional risk factors for PAS.