Down syndrome test

Did you ask why do you need to go for PE test? Usually if you’re borderline for high blood pressure, they’ll send you for one. Preeclampsia is no joke. I had it post-delivery. It’s also unsafe for unborn baby if yours is a high-risk pregnancy. Preeclampsia affects the arteries carrying blood to the placenta. If the placenta doesn't get enough blood, your baby may receive inadequate blood and oxygen and fewer nutrients. This can lead to slow growth known as fetal growth restriction, low birth weight or preterm birth. In severe cases, it can lead to coma. Do read up on preeclampsia and understand why your doctor insists on sending you to one. All pregnancies are different. On the other hand, you can have a second opinion from a different doc. Do also bring up whether you need PE test. It’s for your own sake and baby’s.

My gynae recommend NIPT first if the results came out unfavorable than do Oscar to double confirm it as Oscar has its risk. We never do preclampsia as I do not have the sign/symptom like high blood pressure, protein in urine or swollen feet / hand.

My gynae also urged me to take Oscar even if I take NIPT. Coz for Oscar, there will be a scan to check the baby's structure which NIPT doesn't check for. It is important to take even if you go for NIPT.

I did NIPT straight as my doc suggested it. The accuracy is 99% and the results show all low risk and don't need to do any other test. You will get to know the baby's gender too!