R: FIRST and FASTER Trials for Genetic Markers in First Trimester

From: Andrea Corda (acord@tin.it)
Sat May 5 04:34:31 2001


Dear Sally, in reply: 1)Yes-there are Downs that don't have cardiac or vascular defects-it's a syndrome 2)NT test alone up to now,has shown a 75% PPV. 3)A combination of NT,PAPP-A and free B-HCG raises this level to 90%. Andrea CordaMD

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From: Craig and Sally Woodhead To: Multiple recipients of list ULTRASOUND Sent: Saturday, May 05, 2001 8:43 AM Subject: FIRST and FASTER Trials for Genetic Markers in First Trimester

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Have you noticed a combination of a thin nuchal translucency (ie. 0.8mm) with a low PAPP A and high HCG screening test, having an outcome of a Down's baby? Is it possible for a Down's fetus to have such a thin nuchal translucency and if so, what is the value of the test when such a variation is possible? Thankyou in advance for replying to my email. Sally Woodhead, Midwife,RN, Sydney, Australia




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