Patient's question:
Female chromosome 19 is in place. Last year, a little boy suddenly stopped eating milk, and after a brain hemorrhage check, the doctor looked at his facial features and said it was Down syndrome, but did not conduct further tests for the child. Now, at 19 weeks of pregnancy, I want to do a blood test to rule out Down syndrome for the child. The doctor recommended a puncture, but I feel the risk is too high and am afraid to do it. I would like to ask when the puncture should be done and what the success rate is.Doctor's answer:
Disease Analysis: Amniocentesis is performed relatively frequently in China, and the occurrence of accidents is also relatively rare, so it is generally considered safe. Suggestions: If there is a child with Down syndrome, it is definitely necessary to undergo amniocentesis.