Posted by
SummerJJ
19 yrs ago
Hi girls,
Scared as one should be, I believe I will not be able to avoid amnio testing :( For mothers out there who has undergone this procedure, I'd appreciate your advice on:-
1. What's the cost of having amnio? Will it be done at the doctor's clinic or hospital (seperate charge?)?
2. When should it be done (at what gestation week) and how long do I need to wait for the result?
I read that amnio not only test for Downs but also for baby gender, chromosomal problems, Neural Tube Defects etc. Will the lab tests for all of the above or will I be billed seperately depending on which test I choose to do?
Many thanks,
Summer
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If I remember correctly my friend did it two years ago and I accompanied her. It cost around HK5000. They will inject near your belly button a very fast procedure and you lie down for about ten minutes brefore you are ask to go. Result will be after a few days. I think it was when the baby is 3 months old and done at the doctors clinic.
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I had an amnio last year when my baby was 17wks. It was performed in Central by Dr Lam. The procedure was done in his office and was very quick, although I did find it painful. The process itself with the scan (he scans the baby to check for Downs as well) was probably about 10 mins. You are then told to go home and rest as much as possible for 48 hrs. Cost was about HK$5000. I had the amnio on a Friday afternoon and the Down syndrome results were ready Monday morning (which they gave me over the phone). It then takes a little longer for them to analyse for other problems but they will only call you then if there is a problem. They can also tell you the sex of your baby.
I think you pay for the one test and i don't think you can choose what they test for.
Most amnios are done between wk 14-17. Don't worry - at least you'll know for sure. It beats worrying about it for the next 5 months.
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Thanks highdesertnow and squiggles!! It's good to know what to expect from someone who has gone through the procedure. A couple more questions if you can help:
1. Does a good amnio result means that the baby has absolutely no problems? e.g. 100% free from Downs and other abnormalities?
2. How soon can I fly after an amnio?
Thanks ladies!!
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An amnio only tests for a few specific problems, including Downs. It can't rule out all problems - nothing can. Have to take your chances...
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The amnio can't guarantee a perfect baby free from all genetic conditions but it does give a 99.9% result for Downs.
I flew 10 days after my amnio. Oh, the other downside is that no sex is allowed for 2 wks afterwards.
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So plenty of sex before an amnio to make up for the 2-week dry spells LOL.
And thanks for the info!!
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ears
18 yrs ago
Dear squiggles, do you have Dr. Lam's full name and contact details?
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crj
18 yrs ago
Dr Wan and Dr Lam are considered by some to be the most experienced in HK for pre-natal testing. Before doing an amnio, they will do a scan pl;us blood test and then analyse the results. Based on their findings they might or might not recommend the amnio.
Dr Lam is our OBGYN and we love him, he delivered our baby and we think he is just wonderful. Now our friends go to him as well and thank us for the referral. We are seeing him for our second too.
If you are flexible, you should get an appt within a week, but be prepared to wait in the waiting room for a while it is always busy.
http://www.hkpdc.com/
HONG KONG PRENATAL DIAGNOSIS CENTRE
Address : Room 208, 2nd Floor, St. George's Building, 2 Ice House Street, Central, Hong Kong.
Tel. No. : 2877 3280
Fax No. : 2523 8971
E-mail : info@hkpdc.com
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I had an amnio preformed by Dr Wan.
Relatively painless and hassle free. It was only slightly painful during the procedure and the doctor advised bedrest for the rest of the day.
I went at 17weeks. My baby was at high risk for trisomy 18 Dr. Wan checked the baby and told me that the baby looked fine - he said it wasn't essential that i do it at 17 weeks and could be even done at 21 weeks or whenever i wanted.
It cost 4500HKD. Package includes follow up detailed scan at 21 weeks.
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ears
18 yrs ago
Girls, thanks for your swift and reassuring responses!
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