Genetic Testing During Pregnancy Over 35: What You Need to Know About Risks, Costs & Timing
đź‘¶ Why Age 35 Matters in Pregnancy If you’re pregnant and over 35, you’ve likely heard the term “advanced maternal age.” While that phrase might sound scary, it simply means that you’re at a slightly higher risk for certain complications—including chromosomal abnormalities like Down syndrome (trisomy 21), trisomy 18, and trisomy 13. That’s why many … Read more