Patient's question:
This pregnancy is almost at term, and my mother-in-law suddenly asked me to do the Down syndrome screening. I don't understand why she's doing this, but since she's elderly, I didn't want to argue with her. Tomorrow is the day for the Down syndrome screening. When my best friend came to visit me in the evening, she told me that it's preventive work to prevent fetal abnormalities, and I got a bit upset. So I want to ask the doctor to explain whether the Down syndrome screening is indeed preventive work for fetal abnormalities.Doctor's answer:
Down syndrome screening is not a preventive measure for fetal malformations, but it can effectively check whether the child has any malformation. It is essential to undergo Down syndrome screening during pregnancy because it can effectively determine whether the fetus is normal. If the fetus has any malformation, it is necessary to conduct further examinations as soon as possible to confirm the condition of the fetus. Maintain physical and mental health, keep personal hygiene, and avoid bacterial invasion due to a weakened immune system.