Chorionic villus sampling is a prenatal test for fetal anomalies in which a sample of chorionic villi is removed from the placenta for testing. The sample can be taken through the cervix or the abdominal wall. The results of chorionic villus sampling can indicate whether the baby has genetic chromosomal conditions, but it is important for the mother and family to understand the risks and be prepared for the possible results.

NIPT (Non-invasive Prenatal Testing) is the most comprehensive and accurate non-invasive prenatal screening test available today (over 99%). This test is performed from the 10th week of pregnancy to screen for a number of syndromes such as Down, Patau, Edwards and some gender abnormalities. NIPT is also an absolutely safe screening method for mother and fetus.

Many people still do not know what amniocentesis is? In fact, amniocentesis is an invasive procedure performed by using a small needle through the abdominal wall, through the uterine muscle, to aspirate amniotic fluid and send it for testing.

Amniocentesis is a test to diagnose fetal abnormalities performed during pregnancy. Under the guidance of ultrasound, a very small needle will be inserted through the abdominal wall into the uterus to withdraw about 15-30ml of amniotic fluid, the amniotic fluid will be sent for genetic testing. So is amniocentesis dangerous?