Patient's question:
Doctor, I am currently 28 weeks pregnant. Recently, I had a Down syndrome screening at the hospital, and the results showed high risk. The doctor recommended further detailed testing, saying it's an amniocentesis. Could you please tell me what precautions I should take before the amniocentesis?Doctor's answer:
In this case, if the Down syndrome screening is high-risk, it indicates that the fetus may have a possibility of having Down syndrome. Further tests, such as amniocentesis or non-invasive DNA testing, are needed.For amniocentesis, generally, it is advised not to have sexual intercourse before the test and not to be overly anxious. Amniocentesis does carry certain risks. Non-invasive testing is a bit more expensive, but it is also an option.
Finally, I wish you a speedy recovery.