Question
How can Down syndrome be diagnosed? My baby is already six months old, and the local hospital suspects Down syndrome. How can we confirm the diagnosis?
Answer
Diagnosing Down syndrome typically requires an amniocentesis test, which must be conducted at a specialized hospital. If the test results are abnormal, consideration may need to be given to terminating the pregnancy. If the results are normal, you can continue with the pregnancy and undergo regular prenatal checks. During pregnancy, a B-ultrasound should be performed monthly, a Down syndrome screening at 15 weeks, and a color Doppler ultrasound at five months. I hope these suggestions help you. Wishing you and your baby good health.