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This test detects any kind of chromosomal abnormalities that might occur after the conception occurs.
Characteristics of Down's SyndromePeople who have Down syndrome have slight to severe abnormalities -- Eyes can incline upwards and outwards
- A single crease can be seen running across the palm of the person
- Small hands
- Low set ears
- Prone to certain medical conditions like heart problems, defects in the digestive tract and sight and hearing problems
- Cause learning disability
- Life span is less
It is advisable that all pregnant women should go through this test so that she is sure that the baby is completely normal.
Advantages of Double Marker Test- It gives you time to think and consult your doctor for another advanced test if your baby is detected with Down's syndrome.
- You can go through the diagnostic test if double marker tests turn positive.
- You have good detection rates.
- If your fetus is reported positive after the screening test and you go for a diagnostic test finding it to be true, you can go for pregnancy termination. If this test is done earlier the complications of termination will be less and you can even choose to end your pregnancy through suction termination.
Disadvantages of Double Marker Test
- It is expensive and unaffordable for many.
- It is available in selected cities only.
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How is the Double Marker Test in Pregnancy done?
Double marker test is done by blood test.
If you get your period during pregnancy will your pregnancy test results come out negative?
No
Can a pregnancy test give the wrong results if you poop during the test?
Yes, definitely! Never use a pregnancy test stick as a dildo!
Can menstruation cause a pregnancy test to be positive?
if you're taking a pregnancy test during your period then you're very very stupid. No baby during period
Is mantoux test dangerous to pregnant women?
No. This test is safe during pregnancy.
What test is routinley given to women during pregnancy?
First she will have pregnancy test, CBC, HBsAg,MSAF, Amniocentesis, Ultrasound and urinalysis.
Is using pregnancy test valid during midnight?
Yes!
Is it true that after 16 weeks you wont get a posative test?
You should have a positive pregnancy test during the entire pregnancy. The hormone levels are the highest from 10 to 14 weeks and a home pregnancy test will be the "strongest" positive then.
What is a CEA test?
carcinoembryonic antigen, it is a tumor marker test.
What is the normal range in torch test during pregnancy?
TOXOPLAXMA IgG
Can deafness be detected prenatally?
Is there any hearing test during pregnancy
Can you do a DNA test during pregnancy?
no, you have to wait until the baby is born.
