Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing
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Know More About Baby’s Genetic Health
What is Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing?
Non-invasive prenatal testing is a blood test for identifying chromosomal abnormalities in high-risk pregnancies.The test is as simple as a blood draw and helps identify any genetic abnormalities in an unborn baby.
The NIPT Test: As Simple As It Can Get
NIPT test is similar to any other routine blood test. The pregnant woman’s blood sample is collected using a simple needle and syringe. The sample is then tested and analyzed for cfDNA in the blood.
cfDNA or Circulating free DNA is degraded blood fragments that circulate freely in the pregnant woman’s bloodstream. The cfDNA contains maternal DNA along with fetal genetic material. The cfDNA analysis highlights any risk of increase or decrease in the fetal genetic conditions.
Chromosomal (genetic) Abnormality Detected by NIPTS
NIPTS can accurately screen the three most common trisomies.
- Down Syndrome or trisomy 21 (Caused by Chromosome 21)
- Trisomy 18 (caused by extra chromosome 18)
- Trisomy 13 (caused by extra chromosome 13)
Ideal Candidate For NIPT
NIPT is recommended in the case of women with a high-risk pregnancy.
- Women who are 35 years of age or older
- Women with a family history of genetic disorders
- Women who have previously had a pregnancy with a chromosomal abnormality
- Women who are carrying twins or higher-order multiples
Seeds Of Innocence Expertise
At Seeds of Innocence, we offer state-of-the-art NIPTS testing and analysis for accurately predicting the risk of genetic disorders. Our experts offer counselling on all screening options so that you can go over all your choices and choose the most appropriate one.
FAQ’s
Q. How Accurate is NIPT?
NIPT is faster and more accurate than traditional screening. The probability of false-positive or false-negative is next to zero. This means rarely will your doctor recommend a follow-up test.
Q. What is the ideal time for NIPT?
NIPT can be performed from 10 weeks until the end of pregnancy.
Q. How Long Does NIPT Screening Take?
Once the blood samples are collected and sent for analysis, the test results take no more than a
week.
Our Doctors
Dr. Gauri Agarwal
Infertility Specialist
Dr. Gauri Agarwal is a young, dynamic and leading fertility specialist of Delhi/NCR. Dr. Agarwal is backed by a visionary thinking, die-hard determination and industry-rich experience of more than 10 years. She is the Director, IVF at Seeds of Innocence Centre. Dr. Agarwal finished her MBBS degree from Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College, Pune. Post that, she did a Diplomate of National Board (DNB), Obstetrics and Gynaecology Residency Program from KG Superspecialty Hospital, Coimbatore. She followed this with a hard-earned Fellowship Program in Reproductive Medicine (Infertility) from the University of Gent, Belgium. Further, she received training in Embryology at the National University of Singapore.
Dr. Gazala Shahnaz
Senior Consultant Fetal Medicine
Dr. Gazala is young & dynamic maternal fetal medicine specialist with keen interest in prenatal screening and diagnosis, and Medical disorders with pregnancy, multiple pregnancy and Fetal growth restriction. She completed her post-graduation in Obstetrics & Gynaecology from the northern railway central hospital, New Delhi followed by fellowship in maternal & Fetal Medicine from prestigious Maulana Azad Medical College new Delhi. She is Fetal Medicine Foundation (FMF UK) certified in 11–13+6 weeks scan, anomaly scan, dopplers in obstetrics , cervical assessment and fetal interventions. She has multiple publications in journals of national and international Journal. She is also reviewer on British medical Journal(BMJ). She is certified by the Fetal Medicine Foundation (FMF, UK) to perform the 11-13+6 weeks’ scan, obstetric Dopplers, cervical screening. She is currently working as Fetal Medicine Consultant, at Seeds of innocence, Malviya Nagar.
Dr. Jyoti Gupta
Infertility Specialist
Dr Jyoti Gupta Completed her MBBS and MD from Government Medical College,Jammu. She has a fellowship in Assisted Reproductive techniques from Indian Fertility Society. She has various international publications to her name.
Dr. Dipen Prajapati
Fertility Specialist
Dr. Dipen Prajapati is a committed expert in the field of Gynaecology, Diagnosis, and Infertility. He has served as a Gynaecology specialist in Africa for over 12 years. Further he has served for 12 years in India in the field of Gynaecology, Diagnosis, and Infertility. He possesses 28 years of accomplishments in: IVF Consultancy, Medical Research & Analysis, Clinical Examination. Dr. Prajapati is one of the trusted hands in India for IVF Operations and brings supreme knowledge of other medicine disciplines to become an expert in Gynaecology. Dr. Prajapati is easily approachable and helps in providing health and wellness advice to patients, program participants & advising communities or institutions regarding health or safety issues. His wellness advice to patients is invaluable and is in accordance with the patient's needs. He is also highly active in advising communities and institutions regarding health and safety issues.
Dr. Vandana Mishra
Infertility Specialist
Dr. Vandana Mishra has completed her MBBS from the prestigious Lady Hardinge Medical College, University of Delhi and has received her Masters in Obstetrics & Gynecology from the prestigious University College of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. She received gold medal in her masters degree. She has pursued her interest in the field of Assisted Reproductive Medicine, through a comprehensive Fellowship Course in Infertility & Reproductive Medicine from Nova IVI Spain/India. She is trained in pelvic ultrasounds, ovulation induction, IUI, IVF / ICSI, laparoscopy and hysteroscopy. She has a vast experience in handling difficult infertility cases including PCOS, Endometriosis, low egg reserve and azoospermia. Her special interest is dealing patients with recurrent pregnancy losses and genetic abnormalities. She has been successfully heading the Seeds of Innocence fertility centre at Patna since 2019 with utmost diligence yielding excellent success rates and patient satisfaction.
Dr. Ankita Goel
Infertility Specialist
Dr. Ankita Goel finished her MBBS from Govt Medical College, Nagpur. After which she did her post graduation in obstetrics and gynaecology from VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital. She did her fellowship in reproductive medicine by NBE at Milann Bangalore. She has a keen interest in cases of thin endometrium, male infertility and recurrent implantation failure.
Dr. Julie Chhawchharia
Infertility Specialist
Dr. Julie Chhawchharia, is a competent and committed Infertility specialist in Reproductive Medicine with around a decade of extensive experience along with experience in obstetrics and gynaecology. She has been performing vaginal deliveries, caesarean sections, and various gynaecological surgeries.. She is an acknowledged expert in Reproductive Medicine services by DY Patil University, Navi Mumbai. She is also a meritorious and Gold award-winning student of Fellowship and Diploma in Minimal Access Surgery (Laparoscopy) from the prestigious World Laparoscopy Hospital, Gurgaon in 2014. She completed her MBBS degree and MS in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from the renowned Institute JJM Medical College in Davangere, Karnataka.
Dr. Nidhi Sehrawet
Infertility Specialist
Dr. Nidhi Sehrawet completed her MS from Maharashtra University of Health Science, Nagpur. She did her senior residency from Ambedkar Medical college and Hospital, Rohini (Delhi). After which she persued her fellowship in Reproductive Medicine and Fellowship in Gynae endoscopy from Vasundhara hospital, Jodhpur (Rajasthan). She has keen interest in PCO, endometriosis and management of thin endometrium.