Description

The triple or quad screening is usually done at 15 to 20 weeks of pregnancy. It analyzes how likely an unborn baby is to have certain genetic disorders. The exam measures the levels of three important substances in the placenta. alpha-fetoprotein (AFP), human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) & estriol.

• Reported on next day

• Serum

Patient’s birthdate, height, weight and latest sonography report is required Specimen must be drawn between 11 weeks, 0 days and 13 weeks, 6 days gestation.

First-trimester screening test for trisomy 21 (Down syndrome) and trisomy 18.