Double Marker Test- First Trimester

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The Double Marker Test is a vital first-trimester prenatal screening test that helps assess the risk of chromosomal abnormalities in a developing fetus. It i... Read more

The Double Marker Test is a vital first-trimester prenatal screening test that helps assess the risk of chromosomal abnormalities in a developing fetus. It involves measuring two essential substances in the mother’s blood, free beta-human chorionic gonadotropin (β-hCG) and pregnancy-associated plasma protein A (PAPP-A). Abnormal levels of these markers may indicate a higher risk of genetic conditions such as Down syndrome (Trisomy 21) or Edwards syndrome (Trisomy 18). Done between the 10th and 13th weeks of pregnancy, this test is non-invasive and safe for both mother and baby. The Double Marker Test is best interpreted alongside an ultrasound for nuchal translucency to improve accuracy. It provides expectant parents with early insights into fetal health, enabling informed decisions or follow-up diagnostic tests like amniocentesis if required. Recommended for all pregnant women, especially those above 35, it plays a key role in proactive pregnancy care.

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