Non Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) - PrenatalSAFE Karyo Plus is a groundbreaking method that allows expectant parents to assess the health of their developing baby without invasive procedures. This testing analyzes small fragments of fetal DNA circulating in the mother’s blood, providing insights into potential genetic conditions. It’s a safe option, offering high accuracy rates for detecting chromosomal abnormalities such as Down syndrome, which is crucial for early intervention and peace of mind.
One of the significant benefits of NIPT - PrenatalSAFE Karyo Plus is its non-invasive nature, which means it carries no risk of miscarriage, unlike traditional methods like amniocentesis. Moreover, the accuracy of NIPT can reach up to 99%, which is far superior to older screening tests. Thus, many parents prefer NIPT for its reliability and safety, fostering confidence in their pregnancy journey, and ensuring that any concerns can be addressed promptly.
NIPT is especially beneficial for women at higher risk for chromosomal abnormalities, including those over the age of 35 or with a family history of genetic disorders. However, anyone looking for peace of mind during pregnancy can opt for this test. It not only informs parents but also aids healthcare providers in planning the most appropriate prenatal care. So, if you are pregnant and considering your screening options, NIPT - PrenatalSAFE Karyo Plus might be the right choice for you.
This prenatal blood test checks traces of the baby’s DNA in your blood for:
This test is more comprehensive than those offered on the NHS to high risk mothers, and can be taken by any expectant mother, regardless of risk status.
Suitable from 10 weeks pregnancy onwards, and for all single pregnancies.
Free pre and post-test genetic counselling is provided for any results which show a positive chance of a condition affecting your baby or babies.
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All Goodbody NIPT tests use a simple, safe blood sample from 10 weeks. The right one for you depends on how much you want to know.
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| Conditions screened | 3 | 7 | 10 | 19 | 21+ |
| Down, Edwards & Patau syndrome Trisomy 21, 18 & 13 | |||||
| Sex chromosome disorders Turner, Klinefelter, Jacobs | |||||
| All 23 chromosome pairs Aneuploidies, deletions & duplications | |||||
| 9 microdeletion syndromes Prader-Willi, Angelman, DiGeorge & more | |||||
| 5 inherited genetic diseases Cystic fibrosis, sickle cell, thalassemia, deafness | |||||
| ~50 De Novo diseases Spontaneous mutations not inherited from parents | |||||
| Gender identification Single pregnancies & identical twins | |||||
| Twin pregnancy | |||||
| Results turnaround | 3–5 working days | 3–5 working days | 5–7 working days | 10–12 working days | Staged: 10 & 20 working days |
| From pregnancy week | 10 weeks | 10 weeks | 10 weeks | 10 weeks | 10 weeks |
| Sample collection | In-clinic or at home | In-clinic or at home | In-clinic or at home | In-clinic or at home | In-clinic or at home |
| Free post-test genetic counselling Included with every positive result | |||||
| Price (from) | £315 | £375 | £645 | £795 | £1,545 |
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All prices are for in-clinic appointments. Home visits available at a small additional cost. Free post-test genetic counselling is included with every test should a positive result arise.
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This is the safest and easiest way to find out the gender or check the genetic health of your baby during pregnancy, with FREE genetic counselling provided if you receive a positive result for any health condition. We provide a specialised testing kit to take with you to your appointment and a FREE pre-consultation on Karyo, Karyo Plus, and Complete Plus Tests.
Book online, receive your kit and take to your local Goodbody clinic.
Send your sample in the post to be analysed at an accredited laboratory.
Get your comprehensive detailed results report from the laboratory, with guidance from our support team.
Suitable for women of all ages, of at least 10 weeks of gestation (at the time of their blood draw appointment), who have had their pregnancy type (single or twin) previously confirmed by an ultrasound scan. The pregnancy can be naturally conceived or through IVF.
Our genetic health tests are called NIPT tests, or Non-Invasive Prenatal Tests. An NIPT is a blood test taken from the mother during pregnancy, using state of the art DNA technology to check whether the baby has high risks of certain chromosomal health conditions.
During pregnancy the placenta sheds cell free DNA (cfDNA) into the mother’s bloodstream. This means that the mother’s blood continues a mixture of your own DNA, and that of your baby’s placenta. By extracting and evaluating the cfDNA in your blood, we can identify the risk to your baby of a range of health conditions and diseases.
Enquire via the form and a member of our team will get back to you, they are more than happy to help answer your questions and talk through the best option for you.
Contact us if you aren't sure, we'd be happy to help!
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When you’re worried about your health, life can feel very stressful, especially if you don’t have the answers you need. We believe that health testing should be available to all, giving you answers when and where you need them.
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