Patient's question:
Since the results of the Down syndrome screening were high-risk, an amniocentesis was performed for diagnostic purposes. Today, the report showed the result was 46, xn. What does 46 mean? What does xn mean? Since the results of the Down syndrome screening were high-risk, an amniocentesis was performed for diagnostic purposes. Today, the report showed the result was 46, xn. What does 46 mean? What does xn mean?Doctor's answer:
Your detailed examination was primarily to diagnose whether there is Down syndrome. The result is negative, meaning it is normal. As for 46, XN, it is also normal. 46 refers to the normal number of chromosomes, and XN represents the sex chromosomes. However, the hospital has concealed the gender according to regulations. Your detailed examination results are normal, so there is no need to worry. You can just have regular prenatal check-ups in the future.