An ntd high-risk fetus has some chance of malformation, although further amniocentesis or non-invasive DNA is required to make a definitive diagnosis.
ntd is an abbreviation for neural tube malformation, which generally includes anencephaly, cerebrospinal bulge, and spina bifida. A Down’s syndrome test is usually needed to determine the risk of ntd. If the result is high risk, it means that the child needs to undergo further testing, but it does not necessarily mean that the child is malformed, and further amniocentesis or non-invasive DNA testing is needed to make a definitive diagnosis.
If the diagnosis is confirmed by non-invasive DNA or amniocentesis, termination of pregnancy should be considered under the guidance of a specialist.
In addition, Down’s syndrome screening is also an important test during pregnancy, and it is recommended that pregnant women need to actively undergo the test.