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    This document outlines screening options for Down Syndrome based on gestational age, including ultrasound timing and blood tests. For those under 35, ultrasounds are recommended at 8-10 weeks and 14-16 weeks with a blood test between 9-13 weeks. Those 35 and over get an additional ultrasound at 11-13 weeks. For later appointments, a single blood test and ultrasound are recommended between 14-21 weeks. A lab requisition is required for blood tests.

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    This document outlines screening options for Down Syndrome based on gestational age, including ultrasound timing and blood tests. For those under 35, ultrasounds are recommended at 8-10 weeks and 14-16 weeks with a blood test between 9-13 weeks. Those 35 and over get an additional ultrasound at 11-13 weeks. For later appointments, a single blood test and ultrasound are recommended between 14-21 weeks. A lab requisition is required for blood tests.

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    This document outlines screening options for Down Syndrome based on gestational age, including ultrasound timing and blood tests. For those under 35, ultrasounds are recommended at 8-10 weeks and 14-16 weeks with a blood test between 9-13 weeks. Those 35 and over get an additional ultrasound at 11-13 weeks. For later appointments, a single blood test and ultrasound are recommended between 14-21 weeks. A lab requisition is required for blood tests.

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    Screening journeys

    Which option is best for you?


    Women/individuals 35 years or older
    Women/individuals less than 35 years old
    and those with twin pregnancies

    ULTRASOUND BLOOD TEST ULTRASOUND BLOOD TEST

    Best time for ultrasound and SIPS blood test Best time for ultrasound and IPS blood test

    8–10 weeks Dating ultrasound 8–10 weeks Dating ultrasound

    9–13 weeks First blood test 9–13 weeks First blood test

    Ultrasound for
    14–16 weeks Second blood test 11–13 weeks
    Down Syndrome
    19–21 weeks Detailed ultrasound 14–16 weeks Second blood test

    19–21 weeks Detailed ultrasound

    Women/individuals with first Women/individuals who choose


    appointment after 14 weeks gestation not to test for Down Syndrome

    ULTRASOUND BLOOD TEST ULTRASOUND

    Best time for ultrasound and Quad blood test Best time for ultrasound only
    After first 8–12 weeks Dating ultrasound
    Dating ultrasound
    appointment

    14–21 weeks One blood test 19–21 weeks Detailed ultrasound

    19–21 weeks Detailed ultrasound

    A completed lab requisition is required for each blood collection:


    www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/Documents/Screening/Prenatal-HCP/PrenatalBiochemistryLabReq.pdf

    For more info see website:


    www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/health-professionals/professional-resources/screening/prenatal-genetic

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