Nuchal Translucency Scan

Crown-rump Length: 64.5mm
Gestational Age: 12 weeks + 5 days
EDD by scan: August 31, 2008
Nuchal Translucency: 1.9mm
Fetal anatomy:
Nasal bone: present; Skull/brain: appears normal; Hands: both visible; Feet: both visible

Trisomy 21 (Down’s Syndrome) Adjusted Risk – 1:2548 *
Trisomy 18 (Edward’s Syndrome) + 13 (Patau’s Syndrome) – 1:8739 *
* high risk: >=1:300

Translation: Baby appears to be normal. No further invasive tests needed.

Once again, the power of prayer prevails.

Can we stop holding our breaths now?