Patient's question:
When I had shoulder pain, I had an X-ray taken. I'm worried it might affect the child's development, so I want to have an amniocentesis to check if the child's neurological development is normal. Now I'm already 7 months pregnant, can I still have this test?Doctor's answer:
Analysis of the condition: Hello, amniocentesis is primarily used to check if the fetus's chromosomes are normal. The best time to perform amniocentesis is between 16 and 20 weeks because the fetus is smaller at this stage, and there is relatively more amniotic fluid. The fetus floats in the amniotic fluid, surrounded by a wider band of amniotic fluid, making it less likely to be injured by the needle when extracting the amniotic fluid.Recommendations: It is recommended that you undergo prenatal examinations, pay attention to the development of the fetus, ensure adequate rest, and strengthen nutrition. Avoid exposure to radiation.