Amniotic fluid aspiration is one of the methods for prenatal diagnosis, which can reveal the development of the fetus and is generally suitable for pregnant women in the middle of pregnancy. There are quite a few functions of amniocentesis. Due to the development of modern medicine, the risk of amniocentesis is still very low. Expectant mothers can rest assured to do it. So does amniocentesis require an appointment? What are the precautions?
For safety reasons, it is recommended to go to a regular tertiary hospital for amniocentesis. Before undergoing amniocentesis surgery, there are still many precautions and preparations that need to be made. It is best to make an appointment in advance for amniocentesis surgery.
Choose hospitals with good reputation and prestige for amniocentesis surgery. If you don't make an appointment in advance, do doctors have time or are there any preparations that haven't been done? It's best to make an appointment before the surgery. Nowadays, appointments are very convenient, such as online appointments or phone appointments.
In addition, there are some precautions. To avoid unnecessary trouble, do not have sexual activity for the first three days before undergoing amniocentesis surgery; On the day before the surgery, expectant mothers should take a shower; Urination is required ten minutes before the surgery. The most important thing is to truthfully inform the doctor of any discomfort in the days before amniocentesis surgery, such as having a cold, fever, skin infection, medication taken, and special medical history within the week before the surgery, such as allergies, genetic history, etc.
