Question
I just found out I’m pregnant last week, it’s my first pregnancy, and I’m not sure when it’s best to do a Down syndrome screening. When is the best time to do a Down syndrome screening?
Answer
It is recommended to perform a Down syndrome screening after 16 to 20 weeks of pregnancy. Pay attention to the expected delivery date range, monitor frequent urination, enhance nutritional intake and supplement folic acid, avoid strenuous exercise and mental stress, and have regular prenatal checks to observe the fetus’s development.