The quad screening and 12 week ultrasound are more likely to actually work and give back results. A Group Owner is a member that has initiated the creation of a group to connect with other members to share their journey through the same pregnancy & baby stages. It's normal. I did my NIPT bloodwork at 9w 4d and am supposed to have my results back this Friday. All rights reserved. Would you get the NIPT test if you were me? Mine came back inconclusive twice. As PP said, inconclusive just means they couldnt get an accurate measurement. Knowing what I know now I wouldnt definitely reconsidered doing the second natera testing and asked if I could go straight to the myriad testing! . The test is slightly less accurate for detecting trisomy 18 and 13. I had inconclusive NIPT results. Your healthcare provider can answer any questions you have, but ultimately you have to decide how a genetic or chromosomal disorder affects you and your family based on your situation. Group Leaders arent expected to spend any additional time in the community, and are not held to a set schedule. We then did the SAFE nipt as it needs roughly 0.5 dna fraction, where as other nipt tests need at least 4.5% and we got a result!! I found out we are having a little girl! Also my genetic testing was all negative. Hope you are getting all the support you need and sending good healthy babe energy your way! The first draw I did at 12 weeks and second draw did at around 13 weeks 6 days. Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. I dont think Im obese but definitely cons. Healthcare providers may recommend it if you: The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) used only to recommend NIPT for pregnant people considered high risk. But I was told they like to comment on everything they see based on the technicians scans. The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. My doc told me 2 inconclusive tests raises the risk level significantly in my age. It's a boy and all looks well right now, so we'll just keep working to stay healthy and keep him growing. BabyCenter may earn a commission from shopping links. Mine came back inconclusive twice. I hate the thought of ending your babys life especially if the doctors have it wrong. Hey lovely - where are you based? (https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/testing/nipt/). Strangely enough, I am also on lovenox.I am also old at 39 and have a higher BMI. This happened to me as well. The test can also determine the sex of the fetus. I met with a genetics counselor and decided to do a 3rd round of genetic testing through Myriad! Another inconclusive result. NIPT (Harmony test) inconclusive twice. My Hi all,I had my first NIPT labs drawn around 10 weeks. In Latvia we have to do first trimester screening where they mesure NT and check Papp-a & HCgb levels. Create an account or log in to participate. Your DNA is inside all of your cells. Dont be afraid to ask questions. Group Owners uphold the core values of the brand by reporting content that violates the community guidelines. Praise post for amazing husbands and good in-laws. 107 0 obj
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My nipt/panorama/harmony results came back inconclusive both times. 4% at least is needed for accuracy. Would knowing this information help my provider(s) take better care of the baby? We had issues with our genetic testing as well and I too was super worried! And if so, what are you going to do? Patients having this testing should know that NIPT results do not diagnose a genetic condition or give a yes/no answer, and should seek follow-up testing if appropriate. Your test result shows that your pregnancy is at low risk for these three conditions. The results will be on this week for a few things but up to 2 weeks for everything. Theres also the possibility that no test results are given due to insufficient fetal DNA in your blood or difficulty identifying fetal DNA. Yes with Natera Panaroma, I had inconclusives twice & declined the third redraw. Even though my OB told me it likely wasn't the case for me, I was still in panic mode for a while. I called the doctors office today to check on my second Panorama test and they informed the test came back again inconclusive due to low fetal fraction. I had a d and c and fell pregnant immediately. Use of this site is subject to our terms of use and privacy policy. This educational content is not medical or diagnostic advice. Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. Most NIPT tests screen for: An extra chromosome causes Down syndrome, trisomy 18 and trisomy 13. All rights reserved. Group Owners uphold the core values of the brand by reporting content that violates the community guidelines. Are you going to go for a CVS? NIPT tests are safe, and theres no risk to the fetus. think twice before sharing personal details, foster a friendly and supportive environment, remove fake accounts, spam and misinformation, delete posts that violate our community guidelines, reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts. Symptmes de grossesse ne jamais ignorer, Moyens naturels pour dclencher l'accouchement. I am so sorry this has happened twice! By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. This is a red flag for chromosomal Natera NIPT 2nd Try Results. The NIPT measures the fetal cfDNA in the mother's bloodstream, which comes from the placenta. I didnt know that being overweight can affect the NIPT. I have my anatomy scan on Wednesday but Im just so terrified they will give me bad news. In this case, you can repeat the NIPT test and hope for a result the second time. The #1 app for tracking pregnancy and baby growth. How far along were you when you took each one? Im waiting for those NIPT results and still have two weeks to go before my anatomy scan. Ive done nipt through generations and Harmony both reputable brands and they would never give results with that low of a fraction, as it could come from contamination from say, the person drawing the bloods or the one analysing touching the tube to read results. If youre having a difficult time or wish to discuss the screenings in more detail, a genetic counselor can help you understand the prenatal testing options and what may be a good fit for you. The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. Please whitelist our site to get all the best deals and offers from our partners. This is my second baby and I didnt do NIPT with my first. This test can be done beginning at 10 weeks of pregnancy. It set my expectations unreasonably high. Inconclusive NIPT results. Both said due to low fetal DNA at 2.6% and 2.7% respectively. They told me since I am now 16w, I can send the quad screen to test for the trisomies and spina bifida. Learn more about, Twins & Multiples: Your Tentative Time Table. During this test, your provider takes a sample of your blood to look for abnormalities in the fetuss DNA. . Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. I have also read that certain medications can interfere so that is totally possible that its what happened in your case. I wish you well mama! I wouldnt have survived with out those ladies. , I am 27, 5' 3" and usually 150lbd to 155lbs maybe its a weight thing, idk hoping good news when the doctors calls, I think I will opt out of noninvasive too. Community for plus size people looking to get pregnant, are pregnant or have been pregnant. it seems to be more common than we think. How do health care providers diagnose birth defects? The #1 app for tracking pregnancy and baby growth. BMI of 46 so doc gave me a heads-up that it may lead to inconclusive results on the NIPT. The following questions might be helpful to you as you make your decision: NIPT testing costs vary. If the concentration of fetal DNA is below this, then the test might prove to be inconclusive. The result will show if theres an increased or decreased risk for a fetus to have the condition being screened. Create an account or log in to participate. Policy. Can I ask how your Quad screening went? It's probably your BMI. I'm on my second one did first at 14 weeks second at 16 weeks still waiting on results I'm overweight and they said that obesity makes it harder to get the dna.ive had several scans and no soft markers found. Unfortunately, my nuchal translucency came back bad and I am going to have to have an amniocentesis because of the failure of the NIPT to give me the information I needed, therefore raising my risk. So relieved! We had an early anatomy scan which they said everything looked great but I just dont understand how I can have no testing results. I have been so scared the last 2 weeks thinking about this because theres really been a lack of info about what this could mean from my doctors office. And like pp said.I hope your anatomy scan is smooth sailing and you can see that the baby is fine and healthy. I pray that everything is good with your little one, if your scans looks good then there is a lot of hope that its all going to work out for you! First test, done at 12 weeks, took 2 weeks for them to get back to me and say was inconclusive, so I had a redraw a week and a half ago at 14 weeks. thank you - apparently triploidy is not linked to maternal age - Im 29 and it could have happened to an 18 year old or a 40 year old mother. I have a long time to wait. Both said due to low fetal DNA at 2.6% and 2.7% respectively. So after 9 weeks of genetic testing and no results we were finally able to get results and everything has turned out ok and we are having a baby boy! the most helpful and trustworthy pregnancy and parenting information. I also have a bloodclot that I am on Lovenox for which adjust my blood levels, could this effect these results? Advertising on our site helps support our mission. The doctor said I had a perfect ultrasound. Wish we did like other pregnancies and skipped the testing! My doc told me 2 inconclusive tests raises the risk level significantly in my age. inconclusive results due to low fetal fraction. It just depends on the baby. What youre referring to is the NP test. I've had he NIPT test twice now and had it come back for low fetal DNA. k[oku6Av9j12U}BOn.jQ5-W],W7N~x ;)R7M
9z:FC& Q~Ro1!. Same thing happened to me. It has a heartbeat of 142 but doctor said that hes still very guarded about the pregnancy and strongly advised for the CVS which I will do. Your cells are constantly dividing and creating new cells. I ended up asking for a quad screen (it wasnt covered by my insurance but was like $30) to assess risk for trisomy 21, 18 and spina bifida. They didn't even bother to retest mine when the first try came back inconclusive because they assumed it wouldn't work since I'm obese. Just wanted to share my experience since Ive gotten both a CVS and an amniocentesis in the last 3 weeks.Backstory: at my 12 week nuchal translucency scan, we had a high measurement of nuchal fluid (3.5mm). What to Expect supports Group Black and its mission to increase greater diversity in media voices and media ownership. Praying for all babies too come back clear and healthy!! Its important to note that it takes about 10 weeks for enough fetal DNA to circulate in your blood. They didnt find anything wrong. (https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/birthdefects/conditioninfo/diagnosed), (https://geneticsupportfoundation.org/pregnancy-101/). Hey! No markers or bright spots. I am way larger than you. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. Ive heard where some people have a hard time getting results depending on their weight.. Babies can be born with a change So I'm not sure how it was for you. Results from first trimester screening came back low for t21, t13, t18 My doctor just did not liked that NT measured 2.6mm and that was the reason she sent me to do NIPT. My anatomy scan is the 16th so praying everything will come back normal. Overall, NIPT tests produce fewer false positives than other prenatal screenings like the quad screen. I'm panicking now because I'm so worried. The reason that your doctor is suggesting an ammio is because studies have shown there is a positive correlation between a low percentage of fetal DNA (i.e. Cell free DNA screening is not a simple blood test. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. I'm panicking now because I'm so worried. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. All rights reserved. Use of this site is subject to our terms of use and privacy policy. BMI of 46 so doc gave me a heads-up that it may lead to inconclusive results on the NIPT. That is heartbreaking. Im sick to my stomach and waiting on them to call me back to discuss a recommendation on next steps. Our commitment to quality means that we will only provide a result when there is very clear evidence for, or against, the presence of a specific disorder. We respect everyones right to express their thoughts and opinions as long as they remain respectful of other community members, and meet What to Expects Terms of Use. I did have the nt scan with the dr and she said everything looked good and chances for down syndrome was very low but now im panicking I donr know why this could happen. I dont have any advice. Has anyone had this happen to them or know someone? Ans to top it off I really wanted to find out the gender and now I dont even know if things are ok. 87 0 obj
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NIPT stands for noninvasive prenatal testing. Your provider obtains a blood sample through a vein in your arm. Mine came back inconcl, I was 12 weeks and then took again at 14 1D, I have also had 2 inconclusive results and we are not trying again. We had two failed harmony results, both came back inconclusive because of low dna fraction. Originally my doctor said we would take another blood sample once I was further along around 16 weeks and try again if it didn't work initially. thank you so much. Most labs give separate results for each condition theyre screening for. Hi ladies,So I just had a call that my Harmony retest has come back inconclusive. NIPT test done twice.with inconclusive results twice. My Hi all,I had my first NIPT labs drawn around 10 weeks. - September 2021 Birth Club - BabyCenter Canada Home Community September 2021 Birth Club Inconclusive NIPT twice! If noninvasive prenatal testing indicates that the fetus is at risk for a chromosomal disorder, your provider may recommend diagnostic testing. you can always do amnio if you need results. Your healthcare provider will discuss all your prenatal screening options, including NIPT. I did have the nt scan with the dr and she said everything looked good and chances for down syndrome was very low but now im panicking I donr know . Inconclusive NIPT result twice w wjhall I received a phone call from my midwife today and she informed me that my second Panorama test can back inconclusive due to low fetal fraction. The main purpose of NIPT is to screen for major chromosome conditions (Down syndrome, trisomy 18, and trisomy 13). K/!0p8v?vbs#.TOc %>.n>pJKps,m0T7-r*Y:p
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RU'^G'ulAI$EW0]_.6L8Le. Youre little one made it this far, hopefully your little one is strong! What tests might I need during pregnancy? Theyre not sure what caused the inconclusives, but theyre screening and not diagnostics, so it could just be in error. I have never heard of two inconclusive results! Learn more about, Twins & Multiples: Your Tentative Time Table. The most common sex chromosome conditions are Turner syndrome, Klinefelter syndrome, Triple X syndrome and XYY syndrome. Group Black's collective includes Essence, The Shade Room and Naturally Curly. 1997-2023 BabyCenter, LLC, a Ziff Davis company. n_qTz The first rest was done around 10 weeks and the second around 14 weeks. Are you overweight? Find advice, support and good company (and some stuff just for fun). DNA makes up a persons genes and chromosomes, and gives healthcare providers a glimpse into the fetuss genetic makeup. I have read this is an issue for plus size women and . 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