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Trisomy is a genetic condition where there is an additional chromosome, and such people have 57 chromosomes instead of 46. It is not an inherited disorder, but this is a disorder that is caused due to improper egg maturation. Trisomy 21 results in Down syndrome, Trisomy 18 is known as Edwards syndrome, and trisomy 13 is known as Patau syndrome.

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I am pregnant with MCMA twins. What does reverse A wave mean?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. A reversed A wave in Doppler is associated with very high chance of trisomy in the baby.

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How common is trisomy 21 or 13 in pregnancy at age 36?

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Can lack of a nasal bone imply mental retardation in USG?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Absent nasal bone is a soft tissue in ultrasound to diagnose Trisomy 21.

Why to take dual markers and other tests during pregnancy?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Heartiest congratulations for your second pregnancy. Well, there is a generalized increased risk with increased age of mother.

What is the risk of baby being born with Down's syndrome?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, there is a risk of the baby being born with Down's syndrome.

What are the risk factors for trisomy 21?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. With NT (nuchal translucency) scan (the attachments are removed to protect the patient's identity) normal and NT less than 2.

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In NT scan,Trisomy 21 screen is positive. What does it mean?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1 in 250 means that if we take 250 women of the same results as your wife had then only one will have a baby with Down syndrome.

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Can a short femur length in sonography indicate the baby has trisomy 21?

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What does high risk 1:50 trisomy 21 mean?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I totally understand your anxiety. But please do not panic.

Am I at risk of having a baby with trisomy?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It would be better if you send me your detailed history regarding previous menstrual, obstetrics, gynecology, medical and drug history.

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