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Post by rebeccabunch on Jun 5, 2017 8:29:21 GMT -6
Ok. Just got my second draw numbers.
First draw - 5542 5w2d Second draw - 9851 5w4d
They did not double and I did these exactly 48 hours apart. The nurse said my first number was high and sometimes when it's high like that they take longer to double. They are having a MW call me at my request which I'm sure I'll miss because of my flight.
Anyone else ever been in this situation or know a friend of a friend blah blah blah. I wish I never did these.
ETA I have a scribbled note from last week where it says they want the numbers to grow by 60%. I don't know what this means but 5542/9851 = 56. I don't even know if I'm doing this the right way. I don't want to miss her call!!
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Post by CoachTsWife on Jun 5, 2017 8:58:18 GMT -6
I am not an expert.
If they want the numbers to grow by 60%, it seems like they did? 5542 x 1.6 = 8867, and your second draw is higher than that!
I'm sorry you're waiting on a call, but I hope you get the call asap and they can ease your nerves. Hugs, lady!
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Post by cythe on Jun 5, 2017 9:00:21 GMT -6
Those numbers look great! We use doubling as a standard for easy math, but in reality anything over 60% increase is what they're looking for. You were so close to doubling so I'd say all looks great!
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Post by thecatsmeow on Jun 5, 2017 9:04:05 GMT -6
So many hugs rebeccabunch , I totally understand that feeling of uncertainty and wishing you didn't have them done. I had levels checked this pregnancy at 7 weeks. I was having occasional spotting, but as a precaution the first thing my OB had checked was betas. My first number was high and the nurse was so positive and excited when she called me.... the 48 hour number... she was very quiet and cautious. My number increased, but nowhere near doubled. I was at a 6-7 day doubling time. I was so anxious for the two days before I went in for an ultrasound where they found a beautiful heartbeat and a small SCH. I did some reading on my own and found many articles and sites say after 6 weeks an ultrasound is recommended over betas because the doubling time does increase as you get further along, especially if the first number is high. I know you are 5-6w, but every pregnancy is different and I hope you can stay positive! I attempted to link a couple sites. The first has a graph with levels by week and some other info that called me down a bit. The second is a calculator that gives you your doubling time. Anyway, sorry for the long post. I'll be thinking of you and keeping everything crossed! I am still here at almost 23 weeks, despite a similar scare. Hcg LevelsBeta Calculator |
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Post by pippiann on Jun 5, 2017 9:04:34 GMT -6
First off hugs, I know all this can be a mind fuck. I think your numbers look great, but obv not a dr! Go get a yummy breakfast (or lunch?) and try to relax while waiting for the call.
ETA: Wrong BMB! But your in my Jan 18 sooo hi oct 17!!!
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Post by rebeccabunch on Jun 5, 2017 9:44:15 GMT -6
Uber driver taking me to the airport stop talking to me so I can read these posts!
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Post by rebeccabunch on Jun 5, 2017 9:48:30 GMT -6
Guys! Thank you all for your genuine concern and helpful info. pippiann nice to see you pop in here for me! I looked at thecatsmeow 's links. This shows that I grew by 77.8% so more than 60% like CoachTsWife said. Maybe I'm having a total freak out over nothing. I'm just not sure how to interpret my scribble note about 60%. I really want my MW to call me. Thank you all so much. I'm just going to read and reread what you wrote over and over. |
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Post by mkrupar on Jun 5, 2017 10:33:54 GMT -6
I know nothing about betas rebeccabunch, but as always, I'm sending lots of baby growing vibes your way. |
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Post by trinitrotoluene on Jun 5, 2017 11:18:14 GMT -6
I know nothing about betas rebeccabunch, but as always, I'm sending lots of baby growing vibes your way. +1 to this. We are all rooting for baby bunch! |
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Post by riverraine on Jun 5, 2017 11:19:44 GMT -6
Just going to agree with everyone else that it's a good sign they are well above the 60% rise they wanted to see! I hope you get to talk to your MW soon. And totally +1 with betas being a mindfuck.
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Post by rebeccabunch on Jun 5, 2017 11:23:55 GMT -6
So many hugs rebeccabunch , I totally understand that feeling of uncertainty and wishing you didn't have them done. I had levels checked this pregnancy at 7 weeks. I was having occasional spotting, but as a precaution the first thing my OB had checked was betas. My first number was high and the nurse was so positive and excited when she called me.... the 48 hour number... she was very quiet and cautious. My number increased, but nowhere near doubled. I was at a 6-7 day doubling time. I was so anxious for the two days before I went in for an ultrasound where they found a wiggly baby and a small SCH. I did some reading on my own and found many articles and sites say after 6 weeks an ultrasound is recommended over betas because the doubling time does increase as you get further along, especially if the first number is high. I know you are 5-6w, but every pregnancy is different and I hope you can stay positive! I attempted to link a couple sites. The first has a graph with levels by week and some other info that called me down a bit. The second is a calculator that gives you your doubling time. Anyway, sorry for the long post. I'll be thinking of you and keeping everything crossed! I am still here at almost 23 weeks, despite a similar scare. Hcg LevelsBeta CalculatorThanks again for these links! I keep staring at my results from that second link because it makes it seem like all is really good and I got upset for nothing. I really appreciate the time you put into finding these. |
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Post by chitownsully on Jun 5, 2017 11:31:23 GMT -6
Just wanted to say my thoughts are with you! I know nothing about betas unfortunately.
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Post by seventythree on Jun 5, 2017 12:17:47 GMT -6
Add me to the club that knows zero about betas, but I'm glad to see others say that this looks promising! Sending you good thoughts, hopefully you get to talk to your MW soon.
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Post by moonandback141 on Jun 5, 2017 14:45:40 GMT -6
Thinking of you! From what I know, I'll second what others have said about the doubling slowing down as you get further along and being at least 60%! FX for you!
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Post by duskymonkey on Jun 5, 2017 16:09:40 GMT -6
Numbers look brilliant! Hope you got your call and I think thecatsmeow , explained it perfectly. Also numbers are very high. Is this your 2nd beta or 1st? NM. I just saw your post in today's randoms. We ( IVFers ) typically have multiple beta draws to have confirmation - at least 3-4. |
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Post by rebeccabunch on Jun 5, 2017 17:11:59 GMT -6
Numbers look brilliant! Hope you got your call and I think thecatsmeow , explained it perfectly. Also numbers are very high. Is this your 2nd beta or 1st? NM. I just saw your post in today's randoms. We ( IVFers ) typically have multiple beta draws to have confirmation - at least 3-4. Dusky these are my only ones but these were done in week 5. Now I'm in a twins panic. JK there's no way. That would not happen to me. I'm the opposite of the zen you need for multiples. |
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Post by thechickencoop on Jun 5, 2017 18:01:31 GMT -6
Those numbers looks great! And HIGH!
It's such a mindfuck, I'm so sorry. I hope you got some reassurance from your midwife. {{hugs}}
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Post by Taitai on Jun 5, 2017 18:13:40 GMT -6
Your betas are great! As everyone said, as long as you are over 60% at 48 hours, you're good to go. As your pregnancy advances, the betas also tapper off in their rate of increase, which is why they will move from betas to ultrasounds by week 6/7.
For DS, I had very similar betas to yours (first draw in the 5600s and second draw in the 9900s), and DS is now a rambunctious little 2 yr old. 😀
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Post by cythe on Jun 5, 2017 19:51:14 GMT -6
Numbers look brilliant! Hope you got your call and I think thecatsmeow , explained it perfectly. Also numbers are very high. Is this your 2nd beta or 1st? NM. I just saw your post in today's randoms. We ( IVFers ) typically have multiple beta draws to have confirmation - at least 3-4. Dusky these are my only ones but these were done in week 5. Now I'm in a twins panic. JK there's no way. That would not happen to me. I'm the opposite of the zen you need for multiples. I just checked my betas and at 4w6d I was 2777, which would have put you and I at similar numbers by 5w2d. Just one wiggly baby in there! Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk |
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Post by rebeccabunch on Jun 5, 2017 19:59:08 GMT -6
Taitai and cythe thank you so much for these real world examples!
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Post by blackmamba on Jun 5, 2017 20:14:21 GMT -6
I have nothing to contribute, but these women have given awesome advice and I'm thinking of you.
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Post by gamergirl on Jun 5, 2017 22:57:57 GMT -6
I have no Beta number knowledge, but these fantastic ladies seem to have it covered. I'm just here to give you more hugs. <3
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Post by rebeccabunch on Jun 22, 2017 14:38:41 GMT -6
sparky85 look up to @thecatsmeows post. These links were super helpful. It's easier for me to tag you than to copy and paste because I'm dumb.
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Post by sparky85 on Jun 22, 2017 14:42:19 GMT -6
sparky85 look up to @thecatsmeows post. These links were super helpful. It's easier for me to tag you than to copy and paste because I'm dumb. Thanks! I had found that calculator before, but the other link was very informative.  Sent from my STV100-3 using Tapatalk |
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