PRENATAL DIAGNOSTICS

PRENATAL DIAGNOSTICS

is carried out by the collaborating prenatal centre PRENET

At GHC Genetics, we now offer 2 types of non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT): the MaterniT 21+ and the MaterniT Genome.

The non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) is designed for pregnant women. It can detect the risk of chromosomal defects such as Down's, Patau's and Edwards syndromes with an accuracy of more than 99%. This test, available from 9 weeks of pregnancy, is a gentle and reliable way to get key information about your baby's genetic health.

A comprehensive spectrum of prenatal examinations (including NIPT) and above-standard prenatal care and control of fetal health throughout the entire pregnancy is offered by our sister Centre of Prenatal Diagnostics PRENET in Pardubice. It performs biochemical screening for birth defects in the first and second trimesters, integrated screening for birth defects and non-invasive tests (NIPT). It also performs ultrasound screenings with the innovative Voluson E8 ultrasound machine, both in the first trimester (including NT, FMF certified sonographer) and also at 20 and 30 weeks of pregnancy, as well as targeted super-conciliar ultrasound. The prenatal centre also includes a genetics clinic.

Visit the PRENET website.

Examinations offered

Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT): MaterniT21+

Our clinic offers 2 types of non-invasive testing: the MaterniT21+ and the MaterniT Genome, which vary depending on the range of syndromes being tested. The test is performed on venous blood.

MaterniT21+ test specifications

The test identifies:

  • Down syndrome (trisomy of chromosome 21)
  • Edwards syndrome (trisomy of chromosome 18)
  • Patau's syndrome (trisomy of chromosome 13)
  • Cri du Chat Syndrome - 5p
  • DiGeorge syndrome - 22q11
  • Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) and Angelman syndrome (AS)  - 15q
  • 1p36 deletion syndrome
  • Jacobsen syndrome - 11q
  • Langer-Giedion syndrome - 8q
  • Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome (WHS) - 4p
  • fetal sex

How does the examination work and what is it for?

The NIPT method is very accurate and gentle for both mother and baby. Because some of the genetic information (DNA) of the fetus is released into the blood through the placenta, it is possible to reliably identify chromosomal abnormalities from the blood sample taken.

When is it appropriate to have a blood test?

You can have a NIPT from the 9th week of pregnancy. Ideally, we recommend the 12th week of pregnancy.

Is a non-invasive prenatal test suitable for you?

NIPT is recommended in the case of borderline results from an initial prenatal screening. Also, in case of positive screening for birth defects, when a woman does not consent to invasive chorionic villus or amniotic fluid collection. Non-invasive prenatal testing is also recommended for all pregnant women over 35 years of age.

10 working days

Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT): MaterniT21+

12 600 Kč

Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT): MaterniT Genome

Our clinic offers 2 types of non-invasive testing: the MaterniT21+ and the MaterniT Genome, which vary depending on the range of syndromes being tested. The test is performed on venous blood.

MaterniT Genome test specifications

The test identifies:

  • Down syndrome (trisomy of chromosome 21)
  • Edwards syndrome (trisomy of chromosome 18)
  • Patau's syndrome (trisomy of chromosome 13)
  • sex chromosome aneuploidies
  • seven clinically significant microdeletion syndromes
  • the presence of any other microdeletion or microduplication equal to or greater than 7 Mb (megabases) in size within the entire fetal genome

This means that all 46 fetal chromosomes are screened for missing or redundant genetic material, effectively revealing the presence of many genetic syndromes.

How does the examination work and what is it for?

The NIPT method is very accurate and gentle for both mother and baby. Because some of the genetic information (DNA) of the fetus is released into the blood through the placenta, it is possible to reliably identify chromosomal abnormalities from the blood sample taken.

When is it appropriate to have a blood test?

You can have a NIPT from the 9th week of pregnancy. Ideally, we recommend the 12th week of pregnancy.

Is a non-invasive prenatal test suitable for you?

NIPT is recommended in the case of borderline results from an initial prenatal screening. Also, in case of positive screening for birth defects, when a woman does not consent to invasive chorionic villus or amniotic fluid collection. Non-invasive prenatal testing is also recommended for all pregnant women over 35 years of age.

10 working days

Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT): MaterniT Genome

18 400 Kč

Do you have a question or don't know which test to choose?

Call us at 800 390 390 or contact us and we'll be happy to help.