Double marker test or dual marker test is an ante-natal blood testing done between 11-14 weeks of pregnancy to detect any chromosomal abnormalities in the unborn child. Double marker test measures the level of two important pregnancy hormones beta-human chorionic gonadotropin (free beta – hCG) and pregnancy-related protein like A (PAPP-A).

• Double marker pregnancy test is done to predict any chromosomal abnormality in the unborn baby.

• To avoid unforeseen complications in childbirth.

• Pregnant woman who has high risk of baby with abnormalities.

• Family history of chromosomal abnormalities.

• History of still births in a woman.

• As a screening test for all pregnant women.

• No special preparation required.

• The Ceruloplasmin Test price varies by city and healthcare provider, starting from ₹750 to ₹1460