Under 30 yo can do oscar first. If need be, do harmony after that.
Cost of harmony test is only $1300 at my gynae. Kk cost $1500. Some docs charge up to $2100.
(2015/01) Jan 2015 Mummies
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Cost of harmony test is only $1300 at my gynae. Kk cost $1500. Some docs charge up to $2100.
chanelxuan
New Member
The test gynae gave me is called Panorama. Can test not only for down synd but many others too n more accurate. Oscar test n triple test is the same thing right.
V headache whether to do. $2K!! See the leaflet abt the diff kinds of syndrome scares me
V headache whether to do. $2K!! See the leaflet abt the diff kinds of syndrome scares me
PTB7674
Well-Known Member
IMHO Panorama is similar to harmony test
http://www.panoramatest.com/
Panorama provides you information on:
- T21
- T18
- T13
- X, Y chromosome aneuploidies (monosomy X, XXX, XXY, XYY)
- Sex identification (must be specifically requested)
- Triploidy
- Microdeletion screen that includes 22q11.2 deletion syndrome (DiGeorge Syndrome) and other microdeletions that combined are seen in 1 in 1,000 live births (must be ordered in addition to the Panorama test)
http://www.ariosadx.com/
- Trisomy 21 is the most common trisomy at the time of birth. Also called Down Syndrome, it is associated with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities and may also lead to digestive disease and congenital heart defects and other malformations.
- Trisomy 18 (Edward Syndrome) and Trisomy 13 (Patau Syndrome) are associated with a high rate of miscarriage. These babies are born with severe brain abnormalities and often have congenital heart defects as well as other birth defects. Most affected individuals die before or soon after birth and very few survive beyond the first year of life.
- Turner Syndrome(only singletone pregnancies)
- Fetal sex (only singletone pregnancies)
ecym
Well-Known Member
is there a particular reason why your gynae suggested you to go for this screening? I see from the website that this paranoma test is has more coverage than harmony test... I will be interested in the paranoma because my previous pregnancy ended with abortion after my baby was diagnosed with chromosome 18p deletion ...but if your previous pregnancy or you and your husband has no presence of chromosome disorders, I do not see the reason why you should go for the test without going through the normal OSCAR...
chanelxuan
New Member
Hello ecym,
My first baby did not have any of the abnormal chromosome and gyane suggested this purely due to it being the latest technology..ask if I wanna give a try. cos each pregnancy is diff, up to me though.
He mentioned triple test(I assume its the same as OSCAR) is not comprehensive and cant detect much.
MummySunshine
Member
Hi..for my #2..as it's a Feb baby and it's within cny period..they charge between 4k-5k.. Plus some requested to have certain days off for returning Malaysia..though I didn't get any CL..it's actually from my previous group info..
Sharon.tan
New Member
Hi.. I'm also looking for one during cny.. last I understand is they'll double e price as it's cny n most are from Malaysia.
sunflower307
Well-Known Member
Hi Sakshi, I am doing the OSCAR, I think it is a assurance for me. I am a first time mum.
I am a natural worrier. haha worry about everything.
I hope that it would be at least an assurance or at least prepare myself for what lies ahead.
sunflower307
Well-Known Member
I also request but no response.
Hi sunflower,
I know that. infact I worry about a lot of things too.
thats why i am worried about this
coz, ive read online and it says that even if the test says the baby is at low risk, it still has about 10-20% chances that the baby might not be okay.
this uncertainity of 10-20% worries me!!
I know that. infact I worry about a lot of things too.
thats why i am worried about this
coz, ive read online and it says that even if the test says the baby is at low risk, it still has about 10-20% chances that the baby might not be okay.
this uncertainity of 10-20% worries me!!
PTB7674
Well-Known Member
oscar dun just check Down syndrome but other defects too ... no doubt it does not give 1005 result but at least 80% unless you willing to pay for 90% accurary test
also, yesterday I told my sis-in-law that i am pregnant and among the list of dos and donts, she told me, not to climb stairs.
not sure, how it that harmful.
i mean, i am not running up the stairs. i climb them at a comfortable pace, and hold the railing to avoid slipping.
but is climbing stairs harmful during first trimester?
not sure, how it that harmful.
i mean, i am not running up the stairs. i climb them at a comfortable pace, and hold the railing to avoid slipping.
but is climbing stairs harmful during first trimester?
sunflower307
Well-Known Member
Hehe, my colleague told me to don't walk so much and sit most of the time.
Think they meant well, we practice a bit more caution, we are also more assured?
I don't even dare to walk faster now. haha
I am thinking to restart my walking regime when I am in my 2nd tri.
WAVE *PTB7674, I am Sunnydale307 from mummysg. haha
Think they meant well, we practice a bit more caution, we are also more assured?
I don't even dare to walk faster now. haha
I am thinking to restart my walking regime when I am in my 2nd tri.
WAVE *PTB7674, I am Sunnydale307 from mummysg. haha
ecym
Well-Known Member
Hi sunflower,
I know that. infact I worry about a lot of things too.
thats why i am worried about this
coz, ive read online and it says that even if the test says the baby is at low risk, it still has about 10-20% chances that the baby might not be okay.
this uncertainity of 10-20% worries me!!
if you want 100% result, CVS and/or amino is what you are looking at...
Maybe this will be helpful for everyone here.
http://www.diagnosticultrasound.org.uk/harmony-blood-test-for-downs-syndrome-screening.htm
http://www.diagnosticultrasound.org.uk/harmony-blood-test-for-downs-syndrome-screening.htm
PTB7674
Well-Known Member
Hehe, my colleague told me to don't walk so much and sit most of the time.
Think they meant well, we practice a bit more caution, we are also more assured?
I don't even dare to walk faster now. haha
I am thinking to restart my walking regime when I am in my 2nd tri.
WAVE *PTB7674, I am Sunnydale307 from mummysg. haha
icic WAVE back to sunflower
PTB7674
Well-Known Member
but this one carry 1% chances of miscarrage
ecym
Well-Known Member
which is why we have oscar and other screening to determine if you want to find out all from CVS amnio ...
sunflower307
Well-Known Member
my colleague in aussie spend AU$2k to send her blood test to US for a DNA abnormalities test.
PTB7674
Well-Known Member
i know ...i am all for oscar / harmony / paranoma test (i dun care cost ) ... i will go to avoid CVS / amnio ..only when those test failed then do amnio ...
sunflower307
Well-Known Member
we are lucky that medical science improve so much. During my parent times, where got all these tests. Was telling my mum about this test, she give me the blur look. hehee
dragon_baby
Member
hi gals.. went to consult GP for referral letter to KKH fixed gynae (specialist) already in my 10wks plus 5days.. but the appt at KKH on 22 july! i would be 15 wks plus 5days for my 1st scan although i had a normal scan at the GP clinic like i did during the time i had my #1.. is this kinda of late??
dragon_baby
Member
cause during my #1 time, 12wks I'm alr in 2nd appt with KKH le
Hi there, for those who've yet to be added to FB, please drop me a PM with your email and FB direct link (in case your FB settings are private and I can't locate you) or leave down your details here. Will try to add all of you.
Hope everyone's coping well with the pregnancy
Hope everyone's coping well with the pregnancy
ecym
Well-Known Member
if you want to do the OSCAR scan, you will need to be scan between 11 to 13 weeks.
thanks for hte info dear
Hihi,
New here. Edd 28 jan. Christine can u pls add me in facebook? Hope to learn more from the mommies to be.
[email protected]
New here. Edd 28 jan. Christine can u pls add me in facebook? Hope to learn more from the mommies to be.
[email protected]
Hi all Jan mummies to be!
Just had my 8th week scan this Mon.. EDD 29th Jan.. My #2.. Gynae is Dr Paul Tseng at TMC.. Because I hope to deliver via VBAC after emergency c-sect the last time round.. Although Dr Tseng says I may still end up having c-sect due to my experience w #1.. I am still hopeful..
Btw my #1 was with Prof Tee at KKH.. A gentle & gd doctor.. But a bit on the quiet side.. So if u are like me with not much Qs.. Consultations will be short and sweet My #1 is now coming to 25mths..
Was reading all the previous posts.. Sad to hear about the losses just wanna to say stay strong and don't lose hope..
@nellyjoy.. Dropped you a PM.. Can help to add me to the Facebook group? Thanks!
Just had my 8th week scan this Mon.. EDD 29th Jan.. My #2.. Gynae is Dr Paul Tseng at TMC.. Because I hope to deliver via VBAC after emergency c-sect the last time round.. Although Dr Tseng says I may still end up having c-sect due to my experience w #1.. I am still hopeful..
Btw my #1 was with Prof Tee at KKH.. A gentle & gd doctor.. But a bit on the quiet side.. So if u are like me with not much Qs.. Consultations will be short and sweet
My #1 is now coming to 25mths.. Was reading all the previous posts.. Sad to hear about the losses
just wanna to say stay strong and don't lose hope.. @nellyjoy.. Dropped you a PM.. Can help to add me to the Facebook group? Thanks!
Actually for my #1.. I didnt stop taking soda drinks.. I felt that the gassy drinks made me feel better.. Helps me to burp out all the gas in my body.. That being said.. Remember to drink in moderation! I m still drinking coffee/ tea but cutting down a lot already..
pinkyspree
Member
Hi yingzz , yeah I consult the gynae he say no good but if I vomiting and dehydrated . Coke is better then drip. Haha funni right so I still continue to take whenever I feel very nauseous. Cannot take it then take . He say best is take those clear color Soda then coke. Yeah after drinking the air like not stuck in there then burp out will feel alot better
Hi all Jan mummies to be!
Just had my 8th week scan this Mon.. EDD 29th Jan.. My #2.. Gynae is Dr Paul Tseng at TMC.. Because I hope to deliver via VBAC after emergency c-sect the last time round.. Although Dr Tseng says I may still end up having c-sect due to my experience w #1.. I am still hopeful..
Btw my #1 was with Prof Tee at KKH.. A gentle & gd doctor.. But a bit on the quiet side.. So if u are like me with not much Qs.. Consultations will be short and sweet
Was reading all the previous posts.. Sad to hear about the losses
@nellyjoy.. Dropped you a PM.. Can help to add me to the Facebook group? Thanks!
I'm also seeing Paul Tseng. Man of few words with smiling face all the time
help u to save $ too. the cashier kept asking me to buy vitamins and folic acid. but paul say if I have my own folic acid, that is enough.
in matters of avoiding over-prescribing medication. my doc at kkh is good too.
though she had written a prescription of morning sickness medicine and folic acid, but she didnt force me to buy them. she said that u can buy your own folic acid.
and later the same for multi-vits too.
though she had written a prescription of morning sickness medicine and folic acid, but she didnt force me to buy them. she said that u can buy your own folic acid.
and later the same for multi-vits too.
I'm also seeing Paul Tseng. Man of few words with smiling face all the time
help u to save $ too. the cashier kept asking me to buy vitamins and folic acid. but paul say if I have my own folic acid, that is enough.
HappiBerries.. Great to hear that u are also seeing Dr Tseng! He's quite charming
i got the folic acid from him though since i didnt get any from outside..Ooh so going to try gasy drink too
GetawayJunkie
Well-Known Member
My boobs are getting sore and tight... need to get new bra soon... Any reccs on where's a good place to go get maternity bras? Can I still wear non-wired normal bras?
pinkyspree
Member
Don't drink too much ah . Just moderate .. Will be fine ...
PTB7674
Well-Known Member
for me just go for non wired one ... i feel insecure wearing maternity bras
btw those who did the paranoma / harmony test , did have you receive your result and did they tell you the gender of your baby ?
Jojolovesbb
Active Member
Hi all mummies,
Just had my 8th weeks scan last Friday, EDD 29th jan.. 1st pregnancy with twins!! 2 healthy heartbeats heard..
Please add me in fb, [email protected]
Hope to learn more from all mummies out there..
Just had my 8th weeks scan last Friday, EDD 29th jan.. 1st pregnancy with twins!! 2 healthy heartbeats heard..
Please add me in fb, [email protected]
Hope to learn more from all mummies out there..
santhiya86
Active Member
Wow!!twins!! Congrats..IVF or natural??Hi all mummies,
Just had my 8th weeks scan last Friday, EDD 29th jan.. 1st pregnancy with twins!! 2 healthy heartbeats heard..
Please add me in fb, [email protected]
Hope to learn more from all mummies out there..
For twins,Delivery will be 4 weeks earlier... So can expect to deliver ard first week of jan..
Santhiya
Jojolovesbb
Active Member
Hi santhiya.. I conceived thru iui, we are very lucky to succeed on our first iui after 2 years of trying..
serene_clare
New Member
Hi all mummies,
Just had my 8th weeks scan last Friday, EDD 29th jan.. 1st pregnancy with twins!! 2 healthy heartbeats heard..
Please add me in fb, [email protected]
Hope to learn more from all mummies out there..
Wow, twins! Congrats!
By the way, when the doctor does the scanning, do u literally really hear the heartbeat? Mine was just looking at the blinking heartbeat on the screen.
