Prenatal screening and testing
Prenatal screening (genetic screening in pregnancy)
Prenatal screening tests assess the chance of some medical problems your baby may have. Your healthcare provider can help decide if they're a good ide...
Pregnancy checkups, screenings and scans
Knowing what check-ups, screenings and scans to have and when to have them during your pregnancy is important information for every pregnant woman.
Genetic carrier screening
Screening for carrier status is a blood test to see if you carry genes that are linked to certain health conditions. Learn more about this test here.
Genetic counselling
Genetic counselling may be recommended for people who have a history of hereditary disorders. Find out if counselling can be helpful and what to expec...
Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT)
A non-invasive prenatal test (NIPT) is a sensitive test to screen for Down syndrome and some other chromosomal disorders early in pregnancy.
Screening for Down syndrome
Down syndrome is a common chromosomal disorder. Find out about the screening and diagnostic tests to detect the condition before your baby is born.
Nuchal translucency scan
A nuchal translucency scan is an ultrasound scan that helps in work out your risk of having a baby with chromosomal abnormality like Down syndrome.
Morphology scan
You will be offered a morphology scan at week 18 to 22 of pregnancy. Learn what a morphology scan can tell you and how this ultrasound test is done.
Chorionic villus sampling (CVS)
Chorionic villus sampling (CVS) is a test done during pregnancy, where a sample of cells from the placenta is used to check for genetic conditions.
Amniocentesis
Amniocentesis is a diagnostic test, done during pregnancy, to assess whether the baby has an abnormality or serious health condition. Find out what’s ...