thrombocytopenia – a low platelet count (platelets help stop bleeding by clotting blood).
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chorionic villus sampling – test in which cells around an embryo are removed and examined to detect genetic abnormalities.
dual therapy – using 2 drugs together.
In utero is within the uterus or womb before the onset of labour.
CMV (cytomegalovirus) – a viral infection. CMV retinitis is an HIV-related infection that can cause permanent vision loss in someone with a CD4 count that is below 50 cells/mm3.