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Alphafetoprotein Testing

The alphafetoprotein (AFP) test is a screening test drawn from maternal blood usually between 15-17 weeks gestation to help find babies who suffer from neural tube defects (NTD) or Down Syndrome. Will you take this test? What are your options?

What was your experience with the triple screen, quad screen or penta…
The triple screen, quad screen or penta screen AFP testing is done between the 15th and 17th week of pregnancy. It can be used to screen for genetic problems like Down Syndrome, Spina Bifida and Anenecephaly. There are many false positives, which can cause worry and lead to unnecessary intervention. How was your AFP test?

AFP Testing (Alphafetoprotein)
A discussion of the AFP testing for neural tube defects done in the early second trimester.

AFP & Triple Screen Testing
An in depth look at triple screen testing and its variants, including stories from other parents and their decision making processes.

AFP and Triple Screen Testing
The hows and whys of testing.

AFP Testing (Alphafetoprotein)
This early-mid pregnancy screening test is done on maternal blood. Learn more about the risks and benefits of this test.

AFP Test Values
What do the numbers mean? From your About.com Guide.

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