Recently, the introduction of “cell-free fetal DNA testing” has altered the landscape of prenatal genetic testing further. You may have heard of these tests by their brand names: Harmony or ...

An evaluation may include: Assessment of family history and genetic risk factors Screening for chromosomal abnormalities including non-invasive or cell-free prenatal DNA screening that screens for ...

Amniocentesis is considered the gold standard for detecting fetal genetic risks with high accuracy, but it is invasive, has some risks for mother and baby, and cannot be done until at least 15 weeks ...

Many medical groups now recommend offering cell-free DNA tests during pregnancy, though many expectant parents decide against the optional test. Considered reliable for detecting Down syndrome and ...