The quadruple test only screens for Down’s Syndrome and not Edwards’ or Patau’s. This will either be a combined screening test or a quadruple test.
The test you will be offered depends on how many weeks pregnant you are. These tests use blood samples taken from the mother and measurements taken from ultrasound scans, to work out this chance. The screening tests provide information about the chance of a baby with these conditions. Screening for Down’s, Edwards’ and Patau’s Syndrome is offered to all pregnant women of all ages. Antenatal screening for Down’s Syndrome, Edwards’ and Patau’s Further scans are only arranged if there is a clinical need, either the doctor or midwife will explain if this should occur. You are welcome to bring someone with you when you come for your scan, although this is subject to change should there be a high risk of infection (for example, during a pandemic). and another at 18–21 weeks (anomaly scan) to check the growth of your baby and look for any signs of abnormality.one early in pregnancy between approximately 11–14 weeks (dating scan or combined screening scan).Ultrasound scans You will be offered two scans:
This is so that we can check your blood group and also test for a variety of conditions including: Routine screening blood tests (by 10 weeks)ĭuring your first appointment with the midwife, we will ask your permission to take a blood and urine sample for routine screening. It is your choice whether you want to have the tests and your community midwife will be able to answer any questions or concerns you have before you make a decision. Throughout your pregnancy, you will be offered a number of screening tests to check the health of you and your baby.
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