Practicalities of Implementation
The choice of which PlGF-based test to implement in a maternity unit is likely to be dictated by the unique practicalities of each platform, which are outlined in Box 1.
Despite the clinical and financial advantages of PlGF-based testing, there have been barriers to adoption encountered in a government-funded healthcare system such as the UK. These are outlined in Box 2. Therefore, each maternity unit will need to bring together all stakeholders in order to choose which PlGF-based test best suits their needs and setting. It is fundamental that the clinical, laboratory and financial teams work in partnership, so that every partner understands the implications of testing.