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pickles16
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If Ultrascreen results came back normal
Did you still do the AFP test???? Is it necessesary?
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Posted 6/13/08 3:35 PM  |
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Katie111806
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
The way my doc explained it, by doing the AFP or quadscreen (which AFP is a part of) after normal ultrascreen results, it gives them a few more percentage points of accuracy in understanding if anything is going on. I opted to do it to get the full picture, and the quadscreen also looks at other things (neural tube defects like spina bifida) that the ultrascreen does not
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| Posted 6/13/08 3:42 PM |
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ohbaby08
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
I chose not to do it. I think it is a personal decision.
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| Posted 6/13/08 3:44 PM |
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pickles16
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
Posted by Katie111806
The way my doc explained it, by doing the AFP or quadscreen (which AFP is a part of) after normal ultrascreen results, it gives them a few more percentage points of accuracy in understanding if anything is going on. I opted to do it to get the full picture, and the quadscreen also looks at other things (neural tube defects like spina bifida) that the ultrascreen does not
I actually just quickly spoke to the nurse, I'm seeing my doc on Tuesday, but the nurse recommended I do it to show a fuller picture, but wasn't sure what she meant by that...Thanks for the info, that was really helpful 
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| Posted 6/13/08 3:56 PM |
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wannabemom
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
the ultrascreen does not provide spina bifida info, so my Dr. insisted that I take the AFP after the ultrascreen....
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| Posted 6/13/08 4:08 PM |
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LIMOMx2
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
Had it both done at the same time.
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| Posted 6/13/08 4:12 PM |
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Goldi0218
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
I did.
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| Posted 6/13/08 6:39 PM |
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Hofstra26
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
I had it done about 3-4 weeks after my Ultra Screen. I just figured it would give me a better picture of how the baby is doing. I agree though with the above poster, it's a personal decision. For me, I have taken every test they offered me so far. I just feel better getting confirmation that everything is ok.
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| Posted 6/14/08 12:40 AM |
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sunflowerjesss
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
I still did the AFP.
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| Posted 6/14/08 7:28 AM |
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mikeswife06
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
No test is really necessary but I did all of them.
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| Posted 6/14/08 7:39 AM |
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
I chose to do both this time because of my age. When I was pregnant w/Hayley I didn't do either test.
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| Posted 6/14/08 7:46 AM |
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Goldi0218
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
Posted by mikeswife06
No test is really necessary but I did all of them.
I think that depends on the individual. After each one of my first trimester screenings, my results had me at a decreased risk for everything according to my age. The only definitive test I had was an amniocentesis. For me and my sanity, everything I had done was 100% necessary or there would be no way I personally could have enjoyed my pregnancy. Now I can.
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| Posted 6/14/08 8:04 AM |
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tann22
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
Yes we did.
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| Posted 6/14/08 9:30 AM |
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neener1211
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
As Goldi said, it depends on the individual and all tests are optional. I had great results on the Ultrascreen and had the AFP for peace of mind, only to have the AFP come back with scary results.
You have to be ready for the results you may get with the AFP (which you will never be fully ready if bad).
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| Posted 6/14/08 9:49 AM |
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Lauren82
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
Posted by neener1211
As Goldi said, it depends on the individual and all tests are optional. I had great results on the Ultrascreen and had the AFP for peace of mind, only to have the AFP come back with scary results.
You have to be ready for the results you may get with the AFP (which you will never be fully ready if bad).
Totally agree...with my first I had results I wasn't expecting because my doctor did not tell me about the risk of false positives, etc...everything turned out fine, but it was a very hard time for us.
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| Posted 6/14/08 10:00 AM |
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DeniseMarie
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
Posted by ohbaby08
I chose not to do it. I think it is a personal decision.
same here
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| Posted 6/14/08 10:08 AM |
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Diane
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
I didnt
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pjay
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
what does AFP test for?
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neener1211
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
Posted by pjay
what does AFP test for?
Alpha Fetal Protein..
So basically:
Spina Bifida
Downs
Trisomy 13
Trisomy 18
(At least this is the quadscreen AFP)
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| Posted 6/24/08 1:20 PM |
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pjay
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
Posted by neener1211
Posted by pjay
what does AFP test for?
Alpha Fetal Protein..
So basically:
Spina Bifida
Downs
Trisomy 13
Trisomy 18
(At least this is the quadscreen AFP)
thanks, wasnt sure of that one..... (not up to that yet)
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| Posted 6/24/08 1:21 PM |
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headoverheels
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
i did it - it tests for some different things.
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| Posted 6/24/08 1:22 PM |
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mamabear
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
My ultrascreen results were 1 in 10,000+, but I chose to do both. I totally think it's a personal choice.
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TLC1018
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
My doctor called me today and told me that the ultrascreen results came back very good and that they would do the 2nd portion of testing at my next appointment...I guess that's what they mean? No one ever mentioned the AFP test to me.
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| Posted 6/24/08 5:53 PM |
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Katie111806
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
Posted by TLC1018
My doctor called me today and told me that the ultrascreen results came back very good and that they would do the 2nd portion of testing at my next appointment...I guess that's what they mean? No one ever mentioned the AFP test to me.
Yes, he probably means the AFP or quadscreen. (the quadscreen is the AFP with a couple of additional components)
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| Posted 6/24/08 5:59 PM |
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MrsS2005
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Re: If Ultrascreen results came back normal
Posted by TLC1018
My doctor called me today and told me that the ultrascreen results came back very good and that they would do the 2nd portion of testing at my next appointment...I guess that's what they mean? No one ever mentioned the AFP test to me.
Did you have the finger prick portion of the test already? The second portion of the testing is probably the AFP test, which is done at about 16 weeks.
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