It is an advanced screening test for detection of chromosomal abnormalities in fetus.
It is a blood test that looks at small fragment s of DNA from the developing fetus through maternal blood.
By looking at these fetal DNA fragments, NIPT can tell you about the chance of your pregnancy having chromosomal aneuplodies.
NIPT looks for : The three most common chromosomal conditions seen in pregnancy (1) Down syndrome (Chromosome 21) (2) Edwards syndrome (Chromosome 18) (3) Patau syndrome(Chromosome 13)
Accuracy is 97 to 99 % (NOT 100%).
The high risk cases are always recommended for invasive test for the confirmation.
You can have NIPT anytime from 10 weeks of pregnancy.
Having NIPT or any other type of genetic prenatal screening test is completely VOLUNTARY.
Turn around time for results is usually within 7-10days.
Low risk
High risk
No result
For a low risk NIPT result:
For a high risk NIPT result:
Yes, Guidelines suggest all patients should have 18-20 weeks anomaly ultra- sonography to check (your) baby’s development & physical anomaly.
This information aims to helps you make the best decision regarding your care. It is not meant to replace advice from a doctor about your own situation.