I’m 19w and have (thank god) had a very smooth first pregnancy since I stopped spotting (for unknown reasons) at 7w.

12-week scan was perfect. All of my doctor appointments have been great. NIPT testing was normal. I’ve been on folate for years. Exercise everyday and eat perfectly (thankfully no weird or unhealthy cravings I’ve given into). I’m going on for my 20-week anatomy scan next week.

I’ve heard so many stories of the AFP test resulting in false positives for abnormal results, more than any other test. I’m a naturally anxious person and finally in a place where I’m enjoying my pregnancy.

Did anyone else opt out of this test and just have the 20-week scan? I really don’t want to dim the wonderful experience of pregnancy with a commonly faulty test.