Patient's question:
Hello doctor, my sister is 28 years old this year, and she will have a Down syndrome screening in a few days. I would like to ask, is fasting required for Down syndrome screening? What preparations should be done before the test? I hope you can give us many suggestions. Thank you very much for your help!Doctor's answer:
Dear consultant, hi, fasting is required for the Down syndrome screening. Down syndrome screening is very simple, just need to take a tube of blood when fasting. Pay attention to rest well in the days before the examination, and avoid eating many spicy foods that may affect it. Down syndrome screening only screens the probability of the child suffering from certain diseases, and does not necessarily confirm the specific condition of illness. Pay attention to rest more when pregnant.