The triple screen is measuring high and low levels of AFP and abnormal levels of hCG and estriol. The results are combined with the mother's age, weight, ethnicity, and gestation of pregnancy in order to assess probabilities of potential genetic disorders.

Is Triple test necessary during pregnancy?

A triple marker test is a prenatal test to examine the likelihood of birth/genetic/chromosomal defects in the to-be-born baby. The Triple marker test procedure is advisable for all pregnant women, especially if they report: Family history of genetic problems.

What is normal report of triple marker test?

The levels of triple screen biomarkers were found to be ranging from 1.38 to 187.00 IU/ml for AFP; 1.06 to 315 ng/ml for hCGβ; and 0.25 to 28.5 nmol/l for uE3. The age of all women enrolled ranged from 18-47 yr.