Random Mcqs Flashcards
0
Q
Cause of decreased maternal serum AFP?
A
Down’s syndrome
Incorrect dates
Maternal diabetes
1
Q
Cause a of raised maternal serum AFP?
A
Incorrect dates
Neural tube defects
Abdominal wall defects
2
Q
Screening in downs?
A
1st trimester
- maternal age
- serum bio markers: increased bhcg, decreased PAPP-A
- nuchal translucency
2nd trimester
- morphological ultrasound
- serum markers: bhcg increased, oestriol decreased and AFP decreased
3
Q
Which is better amniocentesis or cvs?
A
Amniocentesis more accurate, lower risk of spontaneous abortion
