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What if twins or triplets have an NT measurement that is discordant should both twins/all triplets be tested by amniocentesis?

April 26, 2017Amniocentesis discordant measurement NT tested triplets twins

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What if twins or triplets have an NT measurement that is discordant should both twins/all triplets be tested by amniocentesis?

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Yes. Given the possibility that the twins or two or three of the triplets can be identical, the finding of an increased NT measurement in one twin/triplet justifies cytogenetic testing of all babies.