Our amnio results are here. We are relieved, mostly. No Down's, Trisomy 18, Trisomy 13, or other "big" chromosomal abnormalities. And, it's still a boy! But there is a satellite on chromosome 22 - extra DNA at one end. Extra DNA is normal, but this satellite is unusually long. Our genetics counselor said she has never seen this type of result in a cytogenetic test during the four years she has been working at UCSF. The easy and hopeful explanation is that either Ben or I have the same satellite in our DNA, and we have passed on this inconsequential extra DNA. If that's not the case, then our counselor said they would do "more review of the literature". Beyond that, there doesn't seem to be anything that can be done, except possibly more ultrasounds. So we're not quite free and clear.
Mom and Pop both gave blood today for a chromosomal analysis to compare to boogie baby. We get the results back in a week. The anxiety from this roller coaster is really wearing on me. There hasn't been enough time for me to just enjoy being pregnant. I keep feeling like I have to hedge my bets - don't get too excited, be prepared. It's even made me hesitate buying maternity clothes.
Another week of waiting...
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