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I am 14 weeks pregnant, my doctor suggested me genetic screening test for my baby, using amniotic fluid, but I studied that taking amniotic fluid directly through stomach can cause miscarriage in some cases. Earlier I got a missed abortion at the completion of 3 month of pregnancy. I am really worried and confused whether to go for this test or to not? I don't want any risk regarding my baby. Please suggest.
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Amniocentesis is what you are mentioning. It has fixed indications. 1. Was your first baby affected with some genetic disorder and whether karyotyping was done. 2. In this pregnancy was 11 to 13 weeks sonography done along with dual markers. If the risk ratio of these tests is very high means less than 1: 100 or 1: 250 then only you have to undergo this procedure. If you could provide me these details will exactly tell you what to do. Thanks.
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