Amniocentesis : Normal Values & Results (Culture - amniotic fluid, Culture

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Amniocentesis

Alternate Names : Culture - amniotic fluid, Culture - amniotic cells

Normal Values

No defects in the chromosomes
No excess of alpha fetoprotein or bilirubin

Note: Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Talk to your doctor about the meaning of your specific test results.

What do Abnormal Results Mean?

Amniocentesis can be used to diagnose a large number of gene and chromosome problems in the baby. In addition, it can help:

Determine how well the baby's lungs are developed
Diagnose neural tube defects (such as spina bifida)
Diagnose Rh incompatibility

DNA testing is available for many of the diseases that may be detected during amniocentesis. Ask your obstetrician or geneticist if you have a question about a specific disease.

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Review Date : 9/2/2009
Reviewed By : Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine; Susan Storck, MD, FACOG, Chief, Eastside Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Group Health Cooperative of Puget Sound, Redmond, Washington; Clinical Teaching Faculty, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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