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12-21-2012 at 3:22 PM
ashgrin
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ashgrin is not online. Last active: 05-11-2013, 3:09 PMNewbie

Not sure what to think.

Just got a call from my doctor and I had my genetics blood work done on the 17th. She said there is a chance of spina bifida and my husband and I go in for an ultrasound on the 24th to find out the sex of the baby and now also having the spine looked at. Does anyone know how accurate these tests are or has anyone run into the same thing? Just looking for some insight. I am scared out of my mind. This is our first and I feel like I am doing something wrong. I am eating right, drinking lots of water and excersizing. I don't drink or smoke. So worried.
 
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12-21-2012 at 5:51 PM
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Breathe. Relax. You go in this Monday for an ultrasound? You wouldn't know for sure until you got an amnio or a test that will confirm 100% that it's SB. I have not run into the same thing but again, try to relax as much as possible until you know for sure. No need to stress over a test that has margin of error. Easier said than done but try. Wink
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12-21-2012 at 6:35 PM
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My doctor told me that the spinal bifida blood test is famous for false posatives. Try to relax untill you know more. Good luck.
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12-22-2012 at 12:04 PM
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Thanks Ladies, I did some research last night of possible causes for SB and none of them describe my lifestyle or family history. Just going to try and breathe easy and hope everything is normal.
 
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