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I am 32 years old, this is my first baby, Ihad my boold test for down and result was 1 in 160, I need to knwo if any one else had the same thing and baby was fine...
Pls do not say ask your OB
do not say you will love your baby anyway
I am worry and look for some comfort here....
have no one to talk about this now, but I will go to ultrasound next week... I hope I do not get to do the other test..

I did my test on the very first day of my 15 week...

Answer 1

I was never told the results of my testing but 1 in 160 is pretty good odds that your baby will be just fine. I would not stress about it. You and your baby do not need that extra stress right now. Just take it easy and try not to think about it. I'm sure everything is going to turn out just fine :)

Answer 2

I went through the same situation about 2 weeks ago. It was very difficult, and I know how you feel!

My doctor called me and told me that the blood test came back, and that my baby had an increased risk for Down syndrome. They said our chances were 1/110 (So higher that yours) also, my Fiancé’s brother has DS, so we knew there was a good chance the baby did have DS. They didn't know how far along I was yet though, because I hadn't had an ultrasound yet. They usually test for Down syndrome within the 15th and 20th week of your pregnancy. They tested me, thinking I was 19 weeks, but when I went for my ultrasound, they found out I would have only been 15 weeks, so it threw the whole test off. They were going to do an Amnio (Where they stick a needle through your stomach, and then through your uterus, and take a small sample of the fluid surrounding your baby for testing) but they didn't. That test usually will detect if there are any chromosomal problems with your baby. Also, if you are having twins, that initial blood test will be thrown off also.

I'm not sure how far along you are or anything, so It's hard for me to say. I can tell you this though...1/160 isn't very high at all...Most likely there was a malfunction in the testing, and even if there wasn't, most of the people who their Dr.s say that the baby has an increased risk for DS, turns out only about 5% of the babies actually have it. I say you have good odds that the baby doesn't have DS!

Also, they don't always have to do the amnio, because the dr's can tell a lot just by looking at the ultrasound. There are many signs that they can tell if the baby has DS just by looking at that...so you might not even have to get the amnio (Also, it is your choice if you want the amnio or not).

Good luck with everything...remember to not stress out, it was definitely hard not to, but it can hurt the baby...so try to stay clam and relaxed, and know everything happens for a reason! If you need to ask me anything else, or just want to talk, I'd be more than happy to :)

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Answer 3

I have not experienced this, but I have gone through the stress of anticipating the possibility of negative news. If this happened to me... I would honestly say that I may terminate the pregnancy (if all other tests pointed to the same conclusion). You have a 1 in 160 chance that it will be fine... but I would always wonder would I be the one in the 160?? I don't know what the ultrasound is going to determine. I think you'll need to do an amnio (and don't worry, it doesn't hurt - just a pinch)... but that would be my decision. I'm not suggesting that it's the right decision for you. You have to ask yourself a few things:
Are genetic abnormalities something that runs in your family?
If so, what are the chances of this happening again?
Can you handle a termination & be at peace with yourself?
Raising a child w/down can be difficult not only on you, but on them. I took care of many children with this condition, and although they were great kids (with different degree's of down), they will never have the quality of life that an average child will have. I just look down the line at what the years will bring. How will they support themselves when I'm gone? Who will look after them? These are all questions I've asked myself before my first child... and now I'm pregnant with my second. I'm 38... and will have my amnio in 2 weeks. Who knows what my test results will be, but I'm prepared to make a tough decision should that happen.
I hope my comments bring some light to how other women feel about this issue. Some may call me cruel, but I'm sure it has crossed many minds. If you have had the same thoughts, know that you're not alone... and I don't think of this as selfish.

Answer 4

I think it is normal to fear having a child that is not "normal". I hope you do not have to do the other test too. Meantime, read as much as you can about the syndrome, maybe even spend some time with some kids with it. It is a very hard choice to face, and I hope you do not have to face it. I am not an advocate for either side of this issue, I just think you will be better prepared to make any choices if you actively educate yourself on what it is really all about on a first hand basis. You don't have to tell anyone why you are doing this, there are many folks who are just do gooders and spending some time with these children might give you the perspective you need if you ever do have to take the tests or make the choices.

Answer 5

You have the Chances of 1 in 160 if I were you and I'm not but I look at things like this is I don't worry about it nothing bad will happen. Just be glad you are pregnant and able to have a baby and don't worry about it. The more you worry the more Stress you are putting on yourself and the baby. Just be worry free and everything will be OK.
When I was pregnant I wen threw 2 deaths and my brother was in the hospital for 2-3 months (2 weeks of it he was in a comma) so imagine the stress I was in... But everything worked out good for me and my baby

Good Luck and Congratulations

Answer 6

I didn't take the test b/c my doctor said there is a high rate of invalid results where the women get worried for nothing and then find out the baby is fine. I worked at a bank with a woman this happened to and for 2 weeks she was so worried her baby had Down's syndrome then an amnio proved he was fine. Don't stress until there is a reason to stress.

Answer 7

That first blood test is just a screening, nothing definite. The only way you can determine if your baby will have Downs is where they draw amniotic fluid from the womb with a needle. I can't think of the test's name right now. At the ultrasound they will look at the thigh bones and neck to see if they have any Down's characteristics, they are shorter than normal babies.

Answer 8

I don't know exactly what those results mean but I would like to offer you some comfort. I have known many children and people with Down's and my mother was a teacher's aide for a classroom full of these wonderful children and they are the most loving, affectionate, innocent children you could ever know. They are slow developmentally and they look different but they love you unconditionally. It's not as bad as you might think. If you do find out for sure keep this in mind. In the meantime you will be in my prayers. God bless you and your baby.

Answer 9

I am sorry, I don't know anything about these tests really. I have had three healthy babies, but each pregnancy can be scary when one starts having problems.

God has a plan for each and every life, including your's and your child's.

It is hard to wait for more testing. Try to put your mind on other things. I know, easier said than done. Maybe volunteer at a shelter or someplace that will give you something else to think about.

Answer 10

Well, I am not sure what that actually means in terms. I would think that means you have a small chance of your child having down syndrome. Really, you need to ask a medical professional what those number mean. My ex-wife's just told us negative...he did not give us numbers. If anything, why not have the test done again at a different location. Get a second opinion on the number and maybe they will explain the numbers better.