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My AFP triple screen (AFP3 or Downscreen Plus) returned positive. Am I carrying a Downs syndrome baby?

April 26, 2017AFP AFP3 carrying Down's syndrome downscreen Plus positive RETURNED screen triple

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My AFP triple screen (AFP3 or Downscreen Plus) returned positive. Am I carrying a Downs syndrome baby?

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Most positive tests are the results of normal variations in the bloodstream. The progression of your pregnancy may be more advanced than previously thought, or you may be carrying multiple babies. The test may also reveal a Down’s syndrome baby or other chromosomal abnormality, or suggest that your risk for carrying a Down’s syndrome baby is increased for your age. Further testing is required.