Question 1

Importance of Early Screening

Accepted Answer

Identifies high-risk pregnancies before clinical symptoms appear. Allows for early preventive measures like low-dose aspirin therapy. Reduces risks of pre-eclampsia-related premature birth.

Question 2

Who Should Get Screened?

Accepted Answer

First-time pregnancies or multiple gestations (twins). Personal or family history of pre-eclampsia. Mothers with chronic hypertension, diabetes, or kidney disease. Expectant mothers over the age of 35.

Question 3

Understanding Your Results

Accepted Answer

Results are provided as a risk ratio (e.g., 1 in 100). High risk indicates a need for closer monitoring, not a certain diagnosis. Low risk provides significant reassurance for the pregnancy journey.

Protect Your Pregnancy from Pre-eclampsia - First Trimester Pre-eclampsia Screening (PLGF/PAPP-A)