Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT Test)

The NIPT test is a screening for genetic diseases in the fetus based solely on a blood sample taken from the mother, without any invasive procedures. Starting from the early weeks of pregnancy, some fetal cells enter the mother’s bloodstream and remain there throughout the pregnancy. This test can detect the most common chromosomal anomalies in pregnancy (such as Down syndrome, Patau syndrome, and Edwards syndrome), as well as some microdeletion syndromes.

The NIPT test allows for the early detection of serious chromosomal anomalies that may arise during pregnancy and can persist until delivery. It has a much higher reliability rate compared to routine pregnancy follow-ups involving dual and triple screening tests. Since it does not require any invasive procedures, there is no risk of complications associated with the test or the possibility of miscarriage. However, a low-risk result from the NIPT test does not necessarily mean that the baby is genetically entirely healthy, as the test only examines specific DNA regions. Despite having an accuracy rate of over 98% regarding the examined chromosomes and genetic diseases, the NIPT test is a screening test, not a diagnostic test. Therefore, if the result indicates a risk, it must be confirmed with an invasive prenatal test.

For the test to be applicable, a certain amount of fetal DNA must be obtained from the mother's blood. For this reason, it is recommended to conduct the test from the 10th week of pregnancy. The risk of not obtaining results is high if the test is performed earlier. A blood sample of 10 cc taken in specially designed tubes for the test is sufficient for analysis. However, in some special cases (such as when sufficient fetal DNA cannot be obtained), additional blood samples may be required.

This test is available at all our centers within our institution.

Due to legal regulations, we cannot publish the price information for the NIPT test on our website. To learn about our current price information, you can fill out our contact form or reach us at the phone number 444 39 49.