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PREGNANCY ASSOCIATED PLASMA PROTEIN A

The Pregnancy Associated Plasma Protein A test measures the level of a protein produced by the placenta during early pregnancy. It helps assess the risk of certain chromosomal abnormalities in the baby, such as Down syndrome and Edwards syndrome. Low levels may indicate potential complications like poor fetal growth or preeclampsia, while normal levels usually suggest healthy placental and fetal development. This test is often part of the first-trimester screening.

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