With this pregnancy we had a nuchal measurement of 3.8mm and combined with blood test a risk of 1 in 60 for Downs.
We chose to have an amnio. I couldn't NOT know. The wait, however, before we could have the test, and then waiting for the results, was very stressful and I wouldn't wish it on anyone.
By the time we had the amnio the nuchal fold had thinned right down, so much so that the sonographer didn't even re-measure it (you get a very thorough ultrasound before the procedure) and happily our chromosomal results came back all clear.
We did however have to wait for the 20 week ultrasound because the high nuchal measurement could also have meant that a major organ was not functioning properly, usually the heart or brain. I went to a specialist for this ultrasound who was amazingly thorough and could not find anything wrong.
So we have had the all clear. I personally could not have gone through the whole pregnancy worrying about whether or not something was wrong with my baby. I'm due to give birth this Saturday and I must say that although this whole experience hasn't tainted this pregnancy for me, now that I am close to the finish I'm starting to worry again. The midwives tell me this is very normal for women in my situation. I can't deny that I will be very glad to get the baby checked over by the paediatrician to get the final clean bill of health.
I have posted elsewhere on here the whole story of my amnio, happy to post the link if you are interested.
Ohh Kitt, I am so sorry you are going through this. Little V had a nuchal fold of 3.4mm. I ended up doing the CVS and all came back clear after having a high risk of DS of 1:28. Not sure if you remember but I had such a horrible time during her pgcy due to all the worry and stress I was under. I hope that all turns out ok with your little bub. No that I am here for you if you need. Do you still have my No.? hugs.
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