Patient's question:
Doctor, I am 28 years old and female. I recently have been planning to conceive with my husband, and I would like to do a Down syndrome screening in a few days. I would like to ask the doctor what precautions are needed for Down syndrome screening? Is it not possible to defecate the night before?Doctor's answer:
I'm glad to help you clarify this. Generally, after 13 weeks of pregnancy, you can have a Down syndrome screening. This test checks for chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus. Before undergoing Down syndrome screening, it's important to fast. This means not drinking water or eating dinner within 10 hours before the test to avoid interfering with the results. Additionally, before the test, make sure to rest on time, avoid overexertion and overtime work, and maintain a calm mindset.