Re: Amniocentesis
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 28 Jan 2002 18:51:11 -0600 (CST)
the chance of a genetic abnormality is fortunately, very small ... just
slightly greater than the rest of the population.
Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
Dr. M
At Sun, 27 Jan 2002, Meg wrote:
>
>Hi,
>
>I am now 19 weeks pregnant. I had multiple-marker screening test during
>my 17th week. I am 33 years old. The results came out positive and the
>doctor suggested me to have amniocentesis last Saturday. I will have to
>wait for two weeks for the results.
>
>I realised that the multiple marker is only screening test. But now I
>am very concerned. Based on your experience or any statistics, how many
>% that the multiple marker screen is positive but the amniocentesis will
>indicate that the baby will be normal.
>
>I do really appreciate your prompt replay.
>
>Regards,
>Meg
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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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