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Im 9 weeks pregnant and has to go to the er because i was vomiting bile every hr and could not retain liquids or food. my hcg quanititive results were over 270,000. does mean my child may have down syndrome as i read online?my u/s went okay w/ 1 baby?

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Dr. Samuel Galima answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

hCG is one screening test in addition to other blood tests and ultrasound to evaluate for Down Syndrome. The desire to screen for this chromosomal abnormality is an important, individualized conversation between you, your partner, and OB. Not all tests are perfect, and if the tests indicate a high risk, further possible invasive tests can confirm.

Answered 3/11/2023

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