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The NHS FASP recommends that NT should be: measured 3 times and the maximum measurement that meets the criteria should be recorded reported to one decimal point reported accurately even if less than 1. An example If an NT measurement of 0.
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Screening for fetal aneuploidies at 11 to 13 weeks. You will not feel the ultrasound waves. Your provider may advise this test to screen your baby for Down syndrome.
Many pregnant women decide to have this test. Nuchal translucency is usually done between the 11th and 14th week of pregnancy. It can be done earlier in pregnancy than amniocentesis. This is another test that checks for birth defects. A normal amount of fluid in the back of the neck during ultrasound means it is very unlikely your baby has Down syndrome or another genetic disorder.
Nuchal translucency measurement increases with gestational age. This is the period between conception and birth. The higher the measurement compared to babies the same gestational age, the higher the risk is for certain genetic disorders. The measurements below are considered low risk for genetic disorders:.
More fluid than normal in the back of the neck means there is a higher risk for Down syndrome, trisomy 18, trisomy 13, Turner syndrome, or congenital heart disease. An average NT measurement is around 2. Indications of a higher NT measurement during assessment increase the potential risk of fetal abnormalities being present.
Additionally, studies have determined up to percent of fetuses with normal chromosomal presentation reflect greater-than-average NT measurement of 2.
This test does not diagnose any of these chromosomal abnormalities. It will help your practitioner determine your risk and whether or not further testing is required.
An alternative is a trans-vaginal test where the ultrasound probe is inserted into the vagina. Many doctors recommend pairing Nuchal Translucency NT ultrasound screening with two other types of blood screenings — the quad screen known as integrated screening or non-invasive prenatal testing NIPT. This improves identification of potential chromosomal abnormalities risk factors to to percent accuracy rate.
The first thing to do is remain calm. An abnormal test result is a statistical likelihood, not a concrete diagnosis.
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