Patient's question:
What should I do if the values for Down syndrome screening are a bit high? The doctor recommended an amniocentesis test. Is this the only method for testing? Will it affect the baby?Doctor's answer:
Analysis of the condition: The triple screen test can only help determine the likelihood of the fetus having Down syndrome, but it cannot confirm whether the fetus actually has Down syndrome. In other words, if your triple screen test results show a high value, it means there is a higher chance of carrying a "Down syndrome baby," but it does not necessarily indicate that the fetus has a problem. Therefore, an amniocentesis should be performed to confirm the diagnosis. The examination method is relatively limited, and only amniocentesis can be done, but it has little impact on the fetus.Recommendations: It is recommended to undergo amniocentesis at a municipal or provincial maternal and child health hospital. It is best to have it guided by ultrasound to avoid normal structures such as the fetus's limbs and placenta, thereby reducing the risk of the procedure. As long as the operation is performed skillfully, the impact on the fetus will be minimal. Please rest assured.