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First Trimester Prenatal Screening for Preeclampsia (11-14 weeks) Information
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Test Name: First Trimester Prenatal Screening 11 Weeks To 14 Weeks Preclampsia
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- Test Name: First Trimester Prenatal Screening for Preeclampsia (11-14 weeks)
- Test Type: Blood test combined with ultrasound
- Specimen Required: Blood sample from the mother and ultrasound measurements
- Methodology: Measures biomarkers in the mother’s blood, including pregnancy-associated plasma protein-A (PAPP-A) and placental growth factor (PlGF), combined with an ultrasound to measure fetal nuchal translucency (NT).
- Purpose: To assess the risk of developing preeclampsia, a condition characterized by high blood pressure and potential damage to organs, particularly during pregnancy.