What Screening and Diagnostic Tests are Important in the First Trimester?
Several screening and diagnostic tests are typically performed during the first trimester to assess the risk of neonatal disorders. These include:
Ultrasound: To confirm pregnancy, check for multiple fetuses, and detect major anomalies. Blood tests: To screen for infections, anemia, and other conditions. Nuchal translucency screening: To assess the risk of chromosomal abnormalities. Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS): A diagnostic test for chromosomal abnormalities, usually performed between 10 and 13 weeks of pregnancy.
