Closer

Yesterday, I decided to check in with the "genetic counselor" who ordered the DNA and gene testing to verify the possibly diagnosis of congenital Finnish nephrosis for baby Kenton.  For some reason, I just felt like I needed to verify that the test was under way.  The samples have been grown and have now been sent over the lab for testing.  Hopefully this means that we will know conclusively soon.  Unfortunately, Thanksgiving is next week, which could delay our results.

I was also told that I need to go get my blood drawn again to verify that the results are Kenton's and my DNA didn't get mixed into the sample for some reason.  So, I took off right after work yesterday to get my blood drawn so I wouldn't delay the results any further.  Once I got there, I found out that I can only give my blood Monday-Thursday before 10 in the morning so the courier can take the results to the lab right away.  So, I will be up bright and early Monday morning to try to get to the lab and to work by 8.  Wish me luck on that one ...

On another note. during my doctor's appointment on Tuesday, I was discussing with my OB about the elevated protein levels in the amniotic fluid.  She didn't have the actual test results in her computer yet, but could remember that they were quite elevated.  Her office called Friday afternoon with the numbers.  The protein levels in the amniotic fluid should be less that 2.  Kenton's amniotic fluid had protein levels of 79.  Wow - that's all I can say about those numbers!  That is a very significant difference!

So, I'll be up way too early on Monday and we will wait some more.  We should become professional waiters around here.  ;-)  Meanwhile, we continue to pray for a miracle and for strength.  God does GREAT things!