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Can down syndrome be detected in pregnan

2024-01-17 10:49:46
I am currently 5 weeks pregnant, would like to know if there are test done in later stages to check for down syndrome and other chromosome anomalies
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Answered2024-01-17 11:30:54

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Yes u can get NT/NB scan along with dual marker... But if u r above 35 years of age then u can directly go for NIPT test which is more specific in detection of chromosomal abnormalities... U can also ask for screening level 1 scan during ur NT scan to see for any markers of aneuploidy

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u can get nipt test

Answered2024-01-17 10:54:55

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Dual marker, nt/NB scan to be done to screen for down syndrome

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yes markers and nipt test

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