At my first scan it was detected that my baby had a thicker than normal nuchal fold (3.8mm) after going through CVS and amnio testing it was found the chromosomes in my baby did not match that of the placenta. This was very rare but the doctors reassured me that they could not find anything wrong with my baby through ultrasound. After more culturing and blood tests all results at 28 weeks pregnant came back fine.
I hope this is reassuring to anyone else in this situation.
Nuchal Translucency Test

Nuchal Translucency Test

The nuchal translucency scan is part of your first trimester screen and is performed around 11-14 weeks of pregnancy in combination with a blood test to screen your baby for signs of chromosomal disorders such as Down syndrome.  There are several factors that help to assess your risk of having a baby with Down syndrome along with the scan itself. His heart rate will be monitored (babies with a high heart rate are more likely to have Down syndrome); your age will be factored in and a . . .

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etennant
Reply etennant 1 months ago
thanks lilibeez
Its good to know i have my nuchal scan in3wks im really nervous because of my age,my first scan was really clear,heartbeat was strong,baby was moving lots,so hopefully these are all good signs but its still early days!
We have to pay for the nuchal scan here in Aberdeen, £240.00 was that the same for you?
shellbelle1
Reply shellbelle1 2 months ago
At my first scan it was detected that my baby had a thicker than normal nuchal fold (3.8mm) after going through CVS and amnio testing it was found the chromosomes in my baby did not match that of the placenta. This was very rare but the doctors reassured me that they could not find anything wrong with my baby through ultrasound. After more culturing and blood tests all results at 28 weeks pregnant came back fine.
I hope this is reassuring to anyone else in this situation.
thanks lilibeez
Its good to know i have my nuchal scan in3wks im really nervous because of my age,my first scan was really clear,heartbeat was strong,baby was moving lots,so hopefully these are all good signs but its still early days!
lilibeez
Reply lilibeez 4 months ago
At my first scan it was detected that my baby had a thicker than normal nuchal fold (3.8mm) after going through CVS and amnio testing it was found the chromosomes in my baby did not match that of the placenta. This was very rare but the doctors reassured me that they could not find anything wrong with my baby through ultrasound. After more culturing and blood tests all results at 28 weeks pregnant came back fine.
I hope this is reassuring to anyone else in this situation.
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