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What is the Chance of a NIPT False Positive? Understanding Accuracy and Causes

Understanding False Positives in NIPT Non-invasive prenatal testing, or NIPT, has revolutionized prenatal screening. By analyzing cell-free fetal DNA (cfDNA) circulating in a pregnant person’s blood, NIPT offers an early, safe way to screen for common chromosomal conditions like Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome), Trisomy 18 (Edwards syndrome), and Trisomy 13 (Patau syndrome). Its non-invasive nature […]

July 7, 2025
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Down Syndrome Pregnancy Symptoms: Early Signs, Screening & Diagnosis

Introduction Understanding the journey of pregnancy involves anticipating many aspects of your baby’s development. For some expectant parents, part of this journey includes learning about conditions like Down syndrome, also known as Trisomy 21. This chromosomal condition occurs when a baby is born with an extra copy of chromosome 21. It’s among the most common […]

June 13, 2025
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CVS in Pregnancy: Understanding The Timing, Procedure & What to Expect

Introduction to Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) When you’re expecting, the health of your baby is naturally a top priority. While routine prenatal care monitors general well-being, some situations call for more in-depth insights into your baby’s genetic makeup. This is where Chorionic Villus Sampling, commonly known as CVS in pregnancy, plays a vital role. This […]

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Reasons for NIPT Testing: Is Prenatal Screening Right for You?

Understanding the Reasons for NIPT Testing Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) represents a significant advancement in prenatal care, offering a highly sensitive method to screen for specific chromosomal abnormalities in a developing fetus. This sophisticated blood test analyzes cell-free fetal DNA circulating in the mother’s bloodstream. It’s crucial to understand from the outset that while NIPT […]

Pregnancy check-up in progress as a smiling expectant mother consults with her gynecologist. This prenatal visit highlights key moments in understanding the difference between NIPT and CVS during early pregnancy screening.

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Difference Between NIPT and CVS: Your Guide to Prenatal Genetic Testing

Introduction Prenatal genetic screening offers expectant parents valuable insights into their baby’s health. Among the available options, Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) and Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) are two common approaches, yet they differ significantly in their methodology and the information they provide. Understanding the core difference between NIPT and CVS is essential for making informed […]

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Understanding NIPT Fetal Fraction Reliability

Introduction The Importance of NIPT Fetal Fraction Reliability Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) has become a cornerstone of modern prenatal care, offering a less invasive way to screen for common chromosomal abnormalities like Down syndrome, Edwards syndrome, and Patau syndrome. This sophisticated blood test analyzes cell-free fetal DNA circulating in the mother’s bloodstream. However, the accuracy […]

May 12, 2025
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Chromosomal Abnormalities Screening: When Can You Get NIPT?

Understanding Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) for Chromosomal Abnormalities Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) is a sophisticated prenatal screening test that analyzes cell-free fetal DNA circulating in a pregnant woman’s blood. This innovative approach allows for the early detection of potential fetal chromosomal abnormalities without posing a risk to the pregnancy. Primarily, NIPT focuses on screening for […]