I've been reading that the NHS combined test which uses only the nuchal fold, maternal bloods and maternal age to assess the risk for Downs is not as reliable (50% less reliable I think one source said) as using these markers in addition to nasal bone, tricuspid and ductus venosus flow assessment? Any opinions?
Does anyone know if these extra tests are offered at any London NHS hospitals? Am I right in thinking that UCH may offer them? Otherwise I've heard that Professor Nicolaides at The Fetal Medicine Centre comes very highly recommended.
DH's cousin was apparently very low risk (in the thousands), and they and another couple in the same labour ward who were also assessed as low risk, both gave birth to Downs babies. This makes me think the NHS test is not thorough enough. I know it's just a probability in the end- but I'd rather have an accurate as possible number on which to base further decisions about possible diagnostic testing on.
Any feedback on your experiences would be most gratefully received!
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Is it worth having the tricuspid valve & ductus venosus evaluation as part of Downs screening? Available on NHS?
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Roopachoo · 14/12/2010 21:10
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