Noninvasive prenatal testing (NIPT) examines the DNA circulating in a pregnant woman’s blood to evaluate the risk of chromosomal and sex chromosome abnormalities in the developing foetus. This test screens for conditions such as Down syndrome, trisomy 18, trisomy 13, Turner syndrome, Klinefelter syndrome, Triple X syndrome, and XYY syndrome by analysing the proportion of DNA fragments from each chromosome. NIPT is usually recommended if you have a child with a chromosomal abnormality, if an ultrasound suggests potential issues, or if a previous screening test indicates a possible problem. The test can be performed from as early as 10 weeks of pregnancy up to delivery, as foetal DNA levels are typically adequate for accurate analysis after this time. It is important to remember that while NIPT offers high accuracy, it is a screening tool and not a diagnostic test; positive results should be followed by confirmatory diagnostic testing to verify any genetic conditions.

If you are in Noida and your doctor has advised NIPT, arrange an appointment today to help determine the risk of chromosomal disorders in your foetus.

Prerequisites: Fasting is not necessary, a blood sample is required for the NIPT for All Chromosomes test. Best Time to Get Tested: The test can be taken at any time unless otherwise advised by a doctor. When Recommended: As prescribed for prenatal genetic screening. Cautions: No specific precautions are required before the test.

Non-invasive prenatal test for detecting chromosomal abnormalities, helping in early diagnosis of conditions like Down syndrome.