Re: 20 weeks scan checks

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No. Nor would any other scan at any time.

On scan some "soft markers" for Down syndrome may be seen. If one or more of those is present, there may be a 5% chance that the baby has Down. If none of them are present, the baby still has a chance of having Down Syndrome.

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