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[xxme2xx]

Is it true that testing for Down's Syndrome in the first trimester is a requirement? Anyone know?

Comments

[jonayla]

I highly doubt it. This article uses language that the doctor "may suggest" testing: http://children.webmd.com/tc/down-syndrome-topic-overview

I don't even think AIDS or drug tests are required of pregnant women.

[xxme2xx]

Thanks for that. I googled it but couldn't find anything for certain. My all-consumed pregnant friend Lauren said that she just had the test and it was a requirement. That doesn't sound right to me.

[__bobblehead]

i don't think the test is 100%. It just gives you a percentage of how likely it is for your child to have downs

[xxme2xx]

Right, they give you percentages. My other friend went through a terrible time with testing, but I thought it was elective and not mandatory.

[__bobblehead]

i honestly can't remember if it was mandatory. I was young when I was pregnant and probably just did whatever test they recommended

[sapphyra00]

My sister-in-law tested and they said her baby did. She was a mess until they told her 2 weeks later they were wrong.

[jonayla]

Just found this....

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/12/27/nyregion/27hiv.html?ref=nyregion

[__bobblehead]

they tested when i was pregnant 10 yrs ago