Patient's question:
Due to taking Ciprofloxacin (contraindicated for pregnant women) in the early stages of pregnancy (total of 18 tablets), an amniocentesis was performed at 18 weeks. The results are available today, but the primary physician is not working. I would like to ask an expert to help interpret the amniocentesis results. The results are as follows: Chromosome karyotype: 46,XY,14ps+(Analysis of 3 G-banded karyotypes, counted 20 metaphases). Thank you!Doctor's answer:
The banding technique is a method of chromosome karyotype analysis. Through banding technique, chromosomes can be better identified, greatly improving the accuracy of karyotype analysis. Chromosome banding techniques are divided into two major categories: whole chromosome banding techniques, such as G-banding; and localized banding techniques, such as C-banding. The above explanation refers to the banding technique used in your amniotic fluid chromosome karyotype analysis, which analyzed 3 whole chromosomes, totaling 20 metaphase spreads. The results showed that the fetal sex is male (XY indicates male sex). For the specific meaning of 14ps+, you should consult the laboratory that performed the test.