Patient's question:
Just had the baby a few months ago, want to do a Down syndrome test. How long should I wait to do the test after getting pregnant? How much does a Down syndrome test cost during prenatal care.Doctor's answer:
You usually have the Down syndrome screening between the 11th and 21st weeks of pregnancy. The 11-19 week period is the best time for a thorough examination, with higher accuracy. For the Down syndrome screening, you need to fast and go to the hospital for the examination. The main part of the examination involves blood tests, and you will also need to have an MRI examination. The examination results are usually available about a week later. Down syndrome poses significant harm to children, so it is recommended that parents take their child to a specialist for follow-up treatment under the guidance of a doctor. In daily life, it is beneficial to give the child some juice, which helps with digestion and vitamin absorption, and prevents stomach upsets. We hope the child can recover quickly!