Generally, it is necessary to perform Down syndrome screening on the fetus in the middle of pregnancy, especially for pregnant women with high-risk factors for Down syndrome. After all, it is difficult for some Down syndrome infants to survive. So, do pregnant women generally need to have a Down syndrome screening card?
1. Basically, it is not necessary to establish a Down syndrome screening card in the hospital. Pregnant women can directly go to the obstetrics and gynecology department for registration and examination. However, it is recommended to apply for a medical card at the selected hospital. Some large public hospitals may not provide a series of prenatal examinations if the card is not registered at 24 weeks of pregnancy. Moreover, early registration is beneficial for handling admission procedures during later childbirth.
2. In addition, if going to the hospital for Down syndrome screening, pregnant women need to be on an empty stomach in the morning and cannot eat or drink water. Before undergoing Down syndrome screening, an ultrasound examination is also required. It is generally recommended to go for a check-up in the morning and bring breakfast to the hospital. This way, you can eat during the check-up last night to prevent pregnant women from having low blood pressure due to prolonged periods of not eating.
Usually, if the pregnant woman's family does not have high-risk factors for Down syndrome, the chance of the fetus suffering from Down syndrome is very low. Pregnant women should not be too nervous about Down syndrome screening. Moreover, fetuses with Down syndrome can also be controlled through treatment methods.
