What age do you have to be get checked for downs when are pregnant?

There is no specific age at which pregnant women are routinely checked for Down syndrome. However, there are certain factors that may increase the risk of having a baby with Down syndrome, and pregnant women who fall into these categories may be offered additional screening or diagnostic tests.

Increased risk factors for Down syndrome:

* Advanced maternal age: the risk of having a baby with Down syndrome increases as the mother's age increases.

* Family history of Down syndrome: if a close family member (such as a parent or sibling) has Down syndrome, the risk of having a baby with the condition is increased.

* Previous pregnancy with a baby with Down syndrome: if a woman has previously had a baby with Down syndrome, the risk of having another baby with the condition is increased.

* Certain medical conditions: some medical conditions, such as diabetes and thyroid disorders, can increase the risk of having a baby with Down syndrome.

Pregnant women who fall into one or more of these categories may be offered additional screening tests, such as a blood test or ultrasound, to assess the risk of having a baby with Down syndrome. If the screening tests indicate an increased risk, the woman may be offered a diagnostic test, such as amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling (CVS), to confirm the diagnosis.

It is important to note that having an increased risk of Down syndrome does not mean that a woman will definitely have a baby with the condition. The majority of babies born to women with an increased risk are healthy.