If you’re pregnant, your doctor might have mentioned an NT scan or first-trimester screening. An NT scan is a simple test that shows your baby’s risk for some genetic conditions. What Is an NT Scan ...

Purpose: To assess nuchal translucency measurements that were performed as part of routine prenatal screening for Down syndrome. Methods: Collect ultrasound measurements of nuchal translucency and ...

A new study provides large-scale, population-level evidence that nuchal translucency (NT) screens detect a wide range of genetic disorders at thresholds lower than the level currently considered ...

A nuchal cord happens when your baby’s umbilical cord becomes wrapped around their neck in the womb. Nuchal cords are quite common, and while they often do not cause any health problems, in rare cases ...

A sequential screening is a series of tests your doctor may recommend to check for neural tube defects and genetic abnormalities. It involves two blood tests and an ultrasound. When you’re pregnant, ...

Researchers provide a comprehensive overview of prenatal screening for fetal aneuploidies, including traditional serum screening, ultrasound imaging, and cell-free DNA testing. A 37-year-old pregnant ...

According to a senior gynaecologist based in Ernakulam, the results of the combined test can help calculate if further tests are required. KOCHI: A child born with genetic disorders in Alappuzha and ...