Pregnancy brings many questions, and genetic screening can provide answers about potential genetic disorders in your baby. In the first trimester, you may undergo a combination of a fetal ultrasound and a blood test, which helps assess the risk of certain chromosomal issues with your baby. Another option is Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT), which can check for chromosomal abnormalities as early as 9 weeks into your pregnancy.
Why Consider Genetic Screening?
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