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What is the Quadruple Test in pregnancy ? 

A quadruple marker test is a blood test for pregnancy performed during the second trimester of pregnancy, which is between weeks 15 and 20 of the pregnancy. In quadruple marker test levels of 4 different types of pregnancy hormones are measured to determine the congenital birth defects timely.

The 4 quadruple test parameters are listed below : 

• Alpha Fetoprotein (AFP) 
• Human chorionic gonadotropin( hCG) 
• Inhibin A 
• Estriol

Now let's understand the each marker in detail

1. Alpha Fetoprotein (AFP) : AFP is a type of glycoprotein which is responsible for the healthy foetus as it makes up the major part of the foetus blood. It is prepared by the foetus liver. A Small amount of alpha fetoprotein also leaks in mother blood therefore determining its level in the maternal blood can help in identifying the risk of birth defects, risk of miscarriage , multiple pregnancy etc.
2. Human chorionic gonadotropin( hCG) : this hormone is produced by the placenta during the pregnancy. It tells the body to stop menstruation and promotes the pregnancy by thickening the uterine lining. Abnormal level of hCG hormone during pregnancy can help in identifying the risk of child birth defects early  so that timely intervention can be done   
3. Inhibin A : this hormone is produced by the placenta . inhibin A is very important in regulating the ovarian hormone and foetal development. Abnormal level of Inhibin A can helps in detecting the complications of the pregnancy early
4. Estriol : Estriol is also known as Estriol unconjugated serum  (UE3) ,produced by both placenta and the foetus. Abnormal levels of estriol indicates the neural tube defect or chromosomal abnormalities in the growing baby

Other names: Quad screen , Multiple marker screening , 4-marker screen ,Pregnancy - quadruple , 2nd trimester screening, Birth defect - quadruple , Quad test ,  Quadruple marker screen

Why do i need to get Quadruple marker test 

• Late pregnancy increases the risk of the chromosomal abnormalities therefore pregnant women who are above the age of 25 should get double marker test done 

• If you have a history of child birth defects in the earlier pregnancy then it is better to take a double marker test .
• Pregantwomen  who have a family history of birth defects should always take this test to identify the risk of genetic defects in a child
• If ultrasound reports are not good then your doctor will recommend you to get this test done.
• Quadruple marker tests should be done to assess the overall health of the growing foetus. 

How does one prepare for the Quadruple marker test? 

• No preparation such as fasting is needed.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol before the test
• Take adequate rest and stay calm before the test
• Avoid yoga and exercise before the test

Procedure for the Quadruple marker test

• A phlebotomist wil tie a rubber band around your arm to find the appropriate vein, they may also ask you to make a fist if the veins are not visible . 
• After this alcohol swab is used to clean the arm and then the needle is inserted into the vein to draw the blood sample.
• After collecting the appropriate amount of sample the puncture site is then covered with the bandage.
• The blood sample is then sent to the lab for further analysis.

After care

No particular type of care is required. Just leave your dressing strip on for at least 15 mins

Now, lets understand the quadruple marker blood test reports

Quad blood test is a pregnancy blood test which provides important information about the foetal health and whether there is a risk of development of chromosomal abnormalities in the developing or growing foetus. One should keep in mind that the quadruple marker test is the screening test and not the diagnostic test and it only indicates the risk of the development of the birth defects and not confirm the diagnosis and other confirmatory tests need to be done.

Quadruple marker test report shows the positive and negative status. 

• Quadruple marker positive blood test reports indicates that the developing foetus have a risk of congenital birth defects but other confirmatory test needs to be done 
• Quadruple marker negative blood test reports indicate that the developing foetus does not have a  risk of congenital birth defects. However other confirmatory test needs to be done

Quadruple Test price in Delhi

The quad test or quadruple marker blood test price varies INR 3500 to INR 7000 based on the location, reputation and the facility of the diagnostic centre.you can book your quadruple blood test in delhi with ganesh diagnostic test centre and get a discount upto 50% off.

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