Concerned about 22 week ultrasound result -- IUGR?

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This week -- follow-up ultrasound at 22 weeks. The baby was active. I asked for a length measurement, and the technician said they don't do a length measurement, but the estimated weight was 11 oz. I called today, intending to speak with the doctor about the results. The receptionist told me that the results indicated small measurements, and the doctor would talk with me about it during my next appointment, which is 5 weeks away (I'm traveling for business most of this month). The doctor also wants another U/S at 28 weeks.

We are certain of my conception date, as this is a donor insemination pregnancy, and I had an U/S due to some vaginal spotting at 14 weeks, which indicated normal measurements for gestational age.

I understand that there is a margin of error with U/S measurements and estimated weight calculations. However, I found a table that lists 368 grams as the 10th percentile for 22 weeks gestation, and now I am very concerned about waiting a month to talk to my doctor about this. Should I seek a second opinion? I will be out of state -- will I be able to find an OB to give me a second opinion when I will not become a "full-term" patient? Am I over-reacting?

Much thanks, Char

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