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Re: Amniocenesis
From: Joel (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 9 Apr 1998 10:30:26 +0100

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>Since I am 37, my doctor strongly advises me to take the amnio test. I
>am prepared to have this baby in whatever condition he/she may come. So
>I am struggling with whether I should take the test. What are the
>benefits beside knowing in advance he health of the baby? IS there any
>"correctable" problems that the amnio may reveal? Thanks in advance to
>all of you who respond.
>
>--
>Hils

If done for age, the amnio will just reveal a chromosomic number disease, if exists... If you are sure you want to keep the baby, even condition he will be, don't do the amnio with a 0,5 to 1 % risk..

-- Joel Kompanietz, M.D. CNGOF, OBGYN.net International Representative, France Mazamet, France
http://www.obgyn.net/country/i-bios/joelk.htm http://www.obgyn.net/women/advisors/jkompanietz.htm
=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- *Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purpose only. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options.

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