Question
Is a Down syndrome screening result of 1:94 considered normal?
Answer
A Down syndrome screening result of 1:94 is significantly higher than the cutoff value of 1:270, indicating an increased risk of the fetus having Down syndrome. Although it is possible for individuals in the low-risk category to have a baby with Down syndrome, the high-risk result suggests the need for further examination, such as non-invasive prenatal testing or amniocentesis, to determine if the fetus has any malformations or other abnormalities.