MSS1 & MSS2 Flashcards
1
Q
What is being screened for in the MSS1 & MSS2?
A
Chromosomal abnormalities
- Down syndrome
- Trisome 13
- Trisome 18
2
Q
What is the time frame you can offer the MSS1 too?
A
- 13 weeks & 6days
3
Q
What test are done to obtain a result for the MSS1?
A
- Blood test (Best taken at 10wks but can be done 9wks - 13+6)
- Ultrasound Scan
4
Q
What are the chemicals (analytics) they are looking at?
A
- β-HCG (Beta Human Chorionic
Gonadotrophin) - PAPP-A (Pregnancy Associated Plasma
Protein A)
5
Q
The fluid filled space at the base of the babies neck is looked at in an what test
A
- USS
6
Q
MSS2 is offered for what period time?
A
14 weeks to 20 weeks gestation
7
Q
How do they obtain the result for the MSS2?
A
- Blood test
- β-HCG
- µE3(Unconjugated oestriol)
- AFP (Alpha fetoprotein)
- Inhibin A. - Measurements like your age, weight and
baby’s gestational age
8
Q
True or False These test are resulted in low or high chance
A
True
9
Q
What is the name of the diagnostic test offered if a result has come back high chance?
A
Amniocentesis
10
Q
How is a Amniocentesis performed?
A
Via Ultrasound they use a needle to take some of the babies amniotic fluid
11
Q
What is the proposed time frame for Amniocentesis?
A
