Patient's question:
Hello Doctor! I am currently 16 weeks and 106 days pregnant with a test-tube baby done at the hospital. I just turned 37 this year, and the local doctor said that there is no point in doing blood tests for Down syndrome screening if the age exceeds 35.Doctor's answer:
Currently your test results are high-risk, and it is necessary to consider amniocentesis or non-invasive DNA testing for confirmation. High risk indicates a higher possibility of fetal risk, which needs to be further ruled out. These conditions are often untreatable, so it is essential to undergo testing for confirmation before delivery. Regarding amniocentesis, it carries risks, while non-invasive DNA testing has relatively lower risks, with costs generally ranging from around 2,000.