i have heard of Alpha-fetoprotein and aminocentesis, ultrasound(obviously) but what else is there and what do you recommend thank you so much to all who answer
2007-12-10 03:53:23 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Your doctor will tell you all the genetic testing they recommend. I had the Ultrascreen at 12 weeks (checks for markers for Downs Syndrome and the Trisomies) and the AFP Testing at 16 weeks. There is also a Cystic Fibrosis test my OB's office does, but I did not have that one done.
Good luck with your pregnancy!
2007-12-10 04:01:05 · answer #1 · answered by gendaisy 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I had the AFP which my doctor highly recommended and I have had 3 ultrasounds so far and I'm 21 weeks pregnant. All my tests have been negative for any problems.
2007-12-10 12:01:01 · answer #2 · answered by Precious 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I am doing the first trimester scan (check for down syndrome). I will not do any testing that can cause me to loose the baby (amino or cvs I think it is). I will do u/s and blood work from my body that is it. As far as I am concerned if my baby is sick.... I will still love my baby either way. I am also getting the second trimester scan that checks for spinal defects and they will check my babys kidneys. Family history so its recommended.
2007-12-10 12:00:02 · answer #3 · answered by erinjl123456 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I had the Quad screening test, and I've heard of the amniocentesis. Other than that I have no idea.
2007-12-10 11:55:55 · answer #4 · answered by Stephanie W 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your doctor will do all the necessary tests.
2007-12-10 11:55:31 · answer #5 · answered by ME 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
your ob/gyn will test you for whatever test that are needed..and that's usually done around 5-7 months...
2007-12-10 11:56:27 · answer #6 · answered by Haley K 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋