1 in 2 chance of Downs from NT bloods

[anxietyfilledmum]

Hello,

I have never posted before and would love to hear from anyone who may have been in a similar position (good and bad).

I had my 12 week scan last week and was told that all looked great. However, the results have come back from my screening test to show that I have a 1 in 2 chance of our baby being born with DS.

I feel like it has floored me and never expected to hear that news after such a positive scan result last week.

My blood results show:
Free BhCG - 3.52mom
Papp A - 0.59mom
Nuchal Tran 3.1mm
My age 39

The hospital said that there wasn’t any markers that were particularly alarming but after talking to the Arc helpline today it’s apparent that my bloods are not great results.

We are booked for a csv on Tuesday and will hopefully hear the results by next weekend. The waiting is killing me and I'm terrified. This baby is our miracle after so long trying and I am really scared.

Has anyone had a similar prediction of 1 in 2 and it been a positive outcome. I know googling is not good but im desperate to hear that there is a chance.

Thanks for reading x

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My sister had a 1 in 2 chance. My nephew doesn't have Downs. She chose not to have further screening as she wouldn't have done anything differently regardless of the results. Wishing you well OP.

So sorry OP I didn't see your further post.

So sorry to hear that it isn't the news that you were hoping for 💔 I'm sure its a decision that you never wanted to have to make but you are doing what is best for you and your family. Wishing you well through this process. Look after yourself.

I’d have done the same as you @anxietyfilledmum / @anxietyfilledmum1. We had two family friends who lost their DS daughters in their teens. I couldn’t outlive my child. I may not, but it wouldn’t be a risk I’d be willing to take.

I'm so sorry about your news @anxietyfilledmum.

I mean in reality as opposed to hypothetically. How accurate is it? I was told age and other factors sent it up and it wasn't just based on science.

I'm so sorry to see your update. It may not feel like it now but you will be happy again. Best wishes for everything. x