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A safe and highly accurate blood test to screen for fetal genetic abnormalities early in pregnancy, providing peace of mind for expecting parents from home.

Scientific name: Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT)

NIPT or Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing is a test performed during pregnancy to detect certain genetic abnormalities in the fetus early. This test is considered non-invasive because it relies on a blood sample from the mother rather than directly sampling amniotic fluid or fetal cells.

Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) - Non-Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPT)
Service type Laboratory Test (Blood)
Duration 10-15 minutes
Fasting Fasting is not required

Included Services

  • Nurse visit for blood sample collection with results provided within 24 hours.
  • The optimal health guidance based on the result.
  • Personal support services from Lahalak

Medical Service Information

What does it detect?

  • Down syndrome (Trisomy 21).
  • Edwards syndrome (Trisomy 18).
  • Patau syndrome (Trisomy 13).
  • Some disorders related to the sex chromosomes (X and Y).

Features:

  • Non-invasive It is done by taking a sample from the mother's blood, making it safer compared to surgical tests.
  • Accurate Results It is characterized by an accuracy of up to 99% in detecting certain genetic abnormalities, especially Down syndrome.
  • Done Early It can be performed early in pregnancy, typically starting from the 10th week.

Recommended for:

  • Women at increased risk of genetic disorders due to age (35 years or older).
  • Women with a family history of genetic abnormalities.
  • Women who have had abnormal results in routine pregnancy tests.

Optimal timing:

  • Typically between the 10th and 13th weeks of pregnancy. It can be performed early in pregnancy to help parents obtain accurate information about the health of the fetus, especially regarding the detection of certain genetic abnormalities like Down syndrome.
  • This test is done using a simple blood sample from the mother, and it is recommended to be done during this early period to ensure accurate results and provide time for making necessary decisions based on the outcomes.

Preparations:

  • No special preparation is required. It does not require fasting or any specific preparations before the test.
  • It is always recommended to consult a specialist doctor before undergoing the test to obtain detailed information and ensure that the test is appropriate for your condition and pregnancy circumstances.

Conditions & Notices

  • The terms and conditions announced on the "Lahalak" medical platform apply.
  • There are no special conditions for the service other than those mentioned.

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