I didn't know there were symptoms for NTDs. Thought it was caused by vitamin deficiency...?
I wouldn't worry about it till you get the ultrasound...
Thank you so much, im much reliefed now!
Try not to worry. These tests are go-bys but have a lot of false + readings. Good luck when you have your u/s.
The test looks for an increase for something the baby releases if they have one of the disorders. I can't remember what it's called. However, most NTD & other disorders can be screened for with ultrasound. When I took this test it came back abnormal for Trisomy 18, but they are 98% sure it was a false positive since the u/s's show no signs of the disorder. Just try to remember, this is a screening test. It doesn't mean your baby has anything wrong. Only that more testing is needed.
i was just told my baby is at an increased risk for down syndrome