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Is NT scan mandatory? Is it safe to kid
I wanna know doing NT scan is safe to kid.. Someone says it gives radiation like that.. Pls suggest..
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Hello.. First trimester screening for aneuploidy ( Down syndrome) should be offered to all patients between 11 to 14 weeks.. It includes NT scan & dual marker ( Bhcg & PAPP-A) .. No don’t worry, there is no risk of radiation.
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