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Does my double marker test result show chances of complications?

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Dr. Sameer Kumar

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Published At July 10, 2017
Reviewed AtFebruary 1, 2024

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I want to know about the double marker test results. I am uploading the reports.

Answered by Dr. Sameer Kumar

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have seen the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and understand your concern. The result is in the high-risk zone, and the next test would be a quadruple test done after two weeks to check for risk of aneuploidies.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

Can you tell me what is to be done now? What are the chances of a complication? Should we be worried?

Answered by Dr. Sameer Kumar

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

The next step would be to get a quadruple screening done at 13 to 15 weeks of gestation. If the risk of trisomy 21, 13 and 18 remain high, you will have to undergo amniocentesis or NIPT (non-invasive prenatal testing) to get fetal cell karyotyping done, to check for chromosomal aneuploidy. Also, there are 20 to 30 percent chances that these marker tests even if positive, deliver a normal child. Hence, karyotyping of foetus is a must.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Sameer Kumar
Dr. Sameer Kumar

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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