I think my child is at risk
If you have a family history of genetic disorders or if you are 35 years of age or older, you may already be considering prenatal DNA testing. If so, you may be wondering when would be the right time conduct a prenatal DNA test, or if it even matters when you choose to have the test.
What is the timeline for performing prenatal DNA testing?
Each prenatal diagnostic test requires a different gestation period for testing. The test you choose will most likely depend on the genetic disorder for which your baby is at risk.
First Trimester
CVS, or Chorionic Villus Sampling, is an invasive procedure used to diagnose Down syndrome, edwards syndrome and patau syndrome. The test also detects genetic disease, such as
If you have a family history of genetic disorders or if you are 35 years of age or older, you may already be considering prenatal DNA testing. If so, you may be wondering when would be the right time conduct a prenatal DNA test, or if it even matters when you choose to have the test.
What is the timeline for performing prenatal DNA testing?
Each prenatal diagnostic test requires a different gestation period for testing. The test you choose will most likely depend on the genetic disorder for which your baby is at risk.
First Trimester
CVS, or Chorionic Villus Sampling, is an invasive procedure used to diagnose Down syndrome, edwards syndrome and patau syndrome. The test also detects genetic disease, such as