Patient's question:
I had an amniocentesis because my results from the Down syndrome screening were abnormal. I am very worried. How long does it take to get the results from the amniocentesis?Doctor's answer:
Fine-needle aspiration of amniotic fluid for detailed examination of chromosomes is typically performed between weeks 16 and 21 of pregnancy, and in some facilities, it can be extended to the late stages of pregnancy. Complications are rare with MRI-guided amniocentesis. According to your explanation, the results of the Down syndrome screening were abnormal, and an amniocentesis has already been performed. The results generally take about two weeks to be available.Medical advice: However, the specific time for receiving the report depends on the medical institution where you follow up. If you haven’t been notified to pick up the report after two weeks, you should proactively contact the hospital. The next steps should be determined based on the results of the amniocentesis.