30/01/2026
🩺 First Trimester Screening (NT Scan & Dual Marker Test)
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First trimester screening is an important step in ensuring a healthy pregnancy.
It combines ultrasound measurement of Nuchal Translucency (NT) with blood tests (β-hCG & PAPP-A), along with the mother’s age and weight, to assess the risk of chromosomal abnormalities such as Down syndrome (Trisomy 21).
📍 Best performed between 11–13+6 weeks of pregnancy
📍 Helps in early risk assessment and timely counseling
📍 Safe, non-invasive, and highly informative
Early screening leads to better planning and peace of mind for expecting parents.
Anwar Hayat
