Amnio Test For Lung Maturity Posted: 12-03-07 16:47pm
We just went in for an amnio in our 35th
week. The test came back with a reading
of "16". The nurse looked concerned and
we cannot get in touch with our doctors.
We were supposed to be induced today if
the lungs were OK but they sent us home.
We received one of two shots of steroids
and we were told that they would induce us
in two days. This makes us nervous... has
anyone had near the same type of thing
happen to them, if so what was your
outcome??
|
mominashoe
Supporter
Joined: 04 Dec 2007 Posts: 1560 Location: , USA
Thanks: 13
Thanked:3
Posted: 01-18-08 05:17am
Why are you being induced at 35 weeks? I
hope it is for sufficient medical
reasons....your baby isn't considered term
yet.
|
katiek
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 02 Jun 2008 Posts: 1
L-S Amnio Lung Maturity Test Posted: 06-02-08 13:30pm
How do doctors test for Lung Maturity in
unborn babies? I was 32 weeks and had to
go in for another ultasound because I was
measuring much bigger. The ultrasound
estimated the baby to already weigh
5.5lbs. I am 34 weeks now and I am
wondering if this test will be an option
for me if they decide to induce early.
|
Marianne0558
Supporter
Joined: 10 Sep 2007 Posts: 1641 Location: Charleston, SC USA
Thanks: 36
Thanked:5
Re: L-S Amnio Lung Maturity Test Posted: 06-02-08 13:38pm
katiek
wrote:
How do doctors test for Lung
Maturity in unborn babies? I was 32 weeks
and had to go in for another ultasound
because I was measuring much bigger. The
ultrasound estimated the baby to already
weigh 5.5lbs. I am 34 weeks now and I am
wondering if this test will be an option
for me if they decide to induce
early.
They won't do an amnio unless there is a
major reason for concern. The reason is it
is very risky to the baby.
|
Marianne0558
Supporter
Joined: 10 Sep 2007 Posts: 1641 Location: Charleston, SC USA
Thanks: 36
Thanked:5
Posted: 06-02-08 13:39pm
mominashoe
wrote:
Why are you being induced at
35 weeks? I hope it is for sufficient
medical reasons....your baby isn't
considered term
yet.
It happens. I'm sure there is a good
reason for it.
I was induced right at 36 weeks due to
preeclampsia.
|
policewife
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 14 Jun 2008 Posts: 1 Location: Fort Scott, KS United States
Posted: 06-15-08 18:20pm
I had an amnio done at 34 weeks to check
for lung maturity due to my preclampsia
and the babies low amniotic fluid. It's
much safer to have the test done while the
baby is this far along. My baby was at a
level 12 and I was given steriod shots and
he was delivered 3 days later at 5 pounds
and breathing just fine.
The site is not a replacement for professional medical opinion, examination, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your medical doctor or other qualified health professional before starting any new treatment or making any changes to existing treatment. Do not delay seeking or disregard medical advice based on information written by any author on this site. No health questions and information on eHealth Forum is regulated or evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and therefore the information should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease without the supervision of a medical doctor. Posts made to these forums express the views and opinions of the author, and not the administrators, moderators, or editorial staff and hence eHealth Forum and its principals will accept no liabilities or responsibilities for the statements made.
Schizophreniahealth
This page was last updated on June 11, 2008
