What can be discovered about the fetus through Down syndrome screening

Patient's question:

Doctor: Hello! I would like to ask, what kind of problems can the Down syndrome screening detect in the fetus? Can it also detect fetal malformations or congenital developmental abnormalities?

Doctor's answer:

Answer
Medical Analysis: Hello, based on your description, the Down syndrome test does not indicate a significant impact on the child's growth but rather the possibility of the fetus having Down syndrome. The final result can only be one of two outcomes - yes or no. If yes, the child may have intellectual disabilities; if no, the child will be normal. The current result refers to how likely it is for the fetus to have Down syndrome.
Suggestions: Generally, if the test result is 1:270 or higher, amniocentesis is recommended. It is advised to undergo the test if the result is high to avoid potential health issues in the child. I hope my answer helps you.