At Baby Scan and Beyond in Wigan, our NIPT (Non Invasive Prenatal Testing) screening blood tests provide an early and safe way to assess the likelihood of certain chromosomal conditions during your pregnancy. The test is non-invasive and it’s available from 10 weeks. Included as part of your appointment. is a reassurance scan.
We offer three advanced NIPT screening options. You have the choice of standard, advanced and a more detailed screening depending on the level of information you would like to know.
With Concepto NIPT screening, you gain early insights into your baby’s gender and whether your unborn baby is likely to have a chromosome-related condition.
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25 mins · £349
Our standard NIPT offers an early and safe way to screen for the three most common chromosomal conditions:
– Trisomy 21 (Down’s syndrome)
– Trisomy 18 (Edwards’ syndrome)
– Trisomy 13 (Patau’s syndrome)
You may also choose optional screening of the sex chromosomes, including early gender confirmation through XY chromosome analysis.
25 mins · £399
This enhanced screening option provides broader coverage by assessing all 22 chromosome pairs as standard, including those tested in the basic NIPT. Optional XY chromosome nced NIPT package offers an early and safe way to screen for the three most common chromosomal conditions:
-Trisomy 21 (Down’s syndrome)
-Trisomy 18 (Edwards’ syndrome)
-Trisomy 13 (Patau’s syndrome)
This enhanced screening option also provides broader coverage by assessing all 22 chromosome pairs as standard.
Optional XY chromosome screening for early gender confirmation is also available with this package. This option offers families a more comprehensive overview from early pregnancy.
25 mins · £449
Our Absolute NIPT package offers an early and safe way to screen for the three most common chromosomal conditions:
-Trisomy 21 (Down’s syndrome)
-Trisomy 18 (Edwards’ syndrome)
-Trisomy 13 (Patau’s syndrome)
This is the most detailed screening available and includes:
– Screening of all 22 chromosome pairs
Additional screening for six rare syndromes caused by small ?missing sections of specific chromosomes, including:
– 1p36 Deletion Syndrome
– Wolf–Hirschhorn Syndrome
– Cri-du-Chat Syndrome
– Prader–Willi Syndrome
– Angelman Syndrome
– DiGeorge Syndrome
These conditions are caused by very small chromosomal deletions, and this extended screening provides additional insight for families who would like the most comprehensive information available.
You may also choose optional screening of the sex chromosomes, including early gender confirmation through XY chromosome analysis.
When you’re pregnant, your blood contains fragments of your baby’s DNA.
Your blood sample is analysed to assess the risk of genetic conditions such as Down Syndrome, Edwards Syndrome, and Patau Syndrome.
Traditional screening tests can miss Down syndrome cases in pregnant women. All NIPT tests have an accuracy rate of over 99%.
At your appointment with us, a 10ml blood sample will be taken from your arm by a healthcare professional. If the sample is collected before 10 weeks then it is highly likely that the results will be inconclusive. Therefore the expecting mother has to be at least 10 weeks into pregnancy..
(The NIPT test does not replace the need to have other baby scans).
NIPT tests are 99% not 100% conclusive – this is due to naturally occurring biological instances where the fetal DNA differs from the placental DNA.
It usually takes 5 – 7 working days* from the day the sample arrives at the laboratory. The data from the laboratory test is entered into the NIPT analysis software and an easy to interpret result report is generated for you to discuss with your healthcare professional.
It usually takes 5 – 7 working days* from the day the sample arrives at the laboratory. The data from the laboratory test is entered into the NIPT analysis software and an easy to interpret result report is generated for you to discuss with your healthcare professional.
NIPT is usually available from 10 weeks of pregnancy onwards. This gives enough fetal DNA in the mother’s blood for the sample to be analysed properly.
NIPT is most commonly used to screen for Down’s syndrome (Trisomy 21), Edwards’ syndrome (Trisomy 18), and Patau’s syndrome (Trisomy 13). Some private tests can include additional chromosome conditions, but the main conditions screened are usually these three.
Some NIPT tests can also include fetal sex determination as part of the results. This depends on the test package selected and whether gender reporting is included by the laboratory. If this is something you would like to know, it is best to check in advance whether it forms part of your chosen test.
Yes, NIPT is considered safe because it only requires a blood sample from the mother. It is a non-invasive screening test, which means there is no risk to the baby from the test itself. This is one reason why many parents choose it for early screening.
A high-risk result does not confirm that your baby has a chromosomal condition, but it does mean further discussion and follow-up testing may be recommended. Depending on the result, this could include diagnostic tests such as CVS or amniocentesis, which can provide a more definite answer.
Many people choose NIPT because it offers early screening, it requires only a blood sample, and it has a higher level of accuracy than some traditional screening methods. It can provide more information early in pregnancy and helps parents to decide on any next steps with greater confidence.
At Baby Scan and Beyond we are focused on providing a world class service for all of our customers. With a friendly, caring professional approach to baby scanning and high levels of care for mum and baby, the safety of you and your baby at our clinic is at the heart of what we do.
