Is the Down Syndrome Screening a Prevention Against Child Deformities?

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Is the Down Syndrome Screening a Prevention Against Child Deformities?

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Generally speaking, in addition to routine checks, some screenings and teratogenic tests need to be conducted during pregnancy. The Down Syndrome Screening mainly evaluates the risks of Down syndrome, trisomy 21, and trisomy 18. The general screening period is between 15 and 20 weeks. The results are typically indicated by low-risk and high-risk markers, and if the risk is significant, parents need to undergo further prenatal diagnosis.