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Abnormal Dual marker and normal NT NB

2022-03-09 04:09:09
I got my NT NB scan at 11 wks 4 days . NT-0.6 mm , NB-1.8 mm. Same day I did Dual marker Free beta hcg- 124 ng/mL PAPP-A -1.79 mIU/mL For Down Syndrome, Biochemical risk- 1:79 Biochemical + NT risk- 1: 515 Age risk: 1: 447 Also, in USG Biometry, femoral length 0.63 cm (OOR is written). Should I go for NIPT or directly amniocentesis is required?
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Yes, NIPT if you can afford, Other alternative Amniocentesis
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please consult Dr Sushila Gupta Senior Gynaecologist on practo or Whatsapp number 98291*17915

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Amniocentesis

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NIPT is more accurate a test but expensive. If it is negative you donot have to do further study. But if it is positive you can not take decision on that only but have to do definitive test of amniocentesis before going further. So if you can afford do NIPT.

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Aminocentesis is a better modality But a risk of Infection n preterm labour ( minimal risk) U can choose either Better diagnostic modality Aminocentesis

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