NEWER RESEARCH ON MTHFR

The malfunction of the MTHFR gene homocysteine levels will build up.  This build up can cause problems with the cardiovascular system and in pregnancies.  Research shows that woman with reoccurring pregnancy losses in the first trimester are more likely to have a MTHFR gene mutation.  However, there is a great debate on how this mutation affects recurrent pregnancy loss.  Earlier research points to higher homocysteine levels preventing production of proteins and other compounds necessary for fetal growth.  Newer research points to this mutation as a reason for the formation of blood clots in the placental and uterine wall which would cut off nutrients and oxygen supply to the fetus.....resulting in an early trimester miscarriage.