Patient's question:
I and my husband had a blood test for hemolysis which was normal, but I had a glucose screening test with a result of 1:83 for Down syndrome. The doctor recommended an amniocentesis. Will this cause hemolysis in my fetus? Is the amniocentesis painful?Doctor's answer:
Disease Analysis: The high risk indication from the Down syndrome screening suggests a higher possibility of giving birth to a child with Down syndrome. Amniocentesis and fetal chromosome testing should be performed to determine if it is a Down syndrome child.Guidance: Amniocentesis does not cause hemolysis and should be conducted under ultrasound guidance to avoid damaging the fetus and placenta. The sensation during the puncture process is similar to getting a shot.