Im 11 weeks and my doc said some screening is coming up. Im a bit anxious about all this since its my first. What all tests are done to check for down syndrome? anyone can guide?
Haan, doctors usually recommend a scan called NT scan along with double marker test around the 3rd month na. Bilkul normal tests hain ye, sabko hi bolte hain aajkal. Tension mat lo, report badhiya hi aayegi!
Oh, I spent sleepless nights worrying about this! They check for Down syndrome through a special scan called the NT scan around 11-13 weeks, along with a double marker blood test. Try not to stress too much because these are just routine screenings that most moms get.
Haan na, the NT scan and blood tests are standard to check all these things in the first trimester. Don't worry at all, your gynac will guide you on the exact weeks to get it done, ho na. Just go for your regular scans on time.
I was throwing up so heavily when I had to go for my NT scan and double marker test! But it's very important to do them between 11 to 13 weeks. Drink small sips of water to keep yourself hydrated on the way, you can do this.
I just got my NT scan and double marker blood test done last week for this. It was quite scary waiting for the reports, but thankfully everything was normal. Is anyone else currently waiting for their first-trimester screening reports?
I panicked so much when my double marker report showed a slightly borderline risk, I was crying for days! But my gynac explained it's just a probability test, and my next scan was absolutely fine. Trust your doctor, these tests are just to be safe.
My hospital had a dedicated genetic counseling desk for these screenings. They usually perform the NT scan and double marker blood test in the first trimester, or NIPT if you want higher accuracy. Ask your hospital's obstetric team to explain which test is best for your age and history.
