Re: Chances of Birth Defects
The chances for various birth defects really depends a lot on you, your genetics, those of your partner and chance. Rather than speculate as to the various odds for defects, I would recommend that you talk to your doctor about prenatal genetic screening, testing and counseling. Some basic screenings are offered by your OB – such as the quad screen which tests your blood serum for indicators of open neural tube defects, Down Syndrom and trisomy 18. There are some additional genetic screens which can be performed and some additional analysis performed based upon the genetic history of both parents. You can also investigate amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling as well as ultrasound – all of which can identify various birth defects.
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