Help in making a decision

It’s your choice whether or not to have testing for chromosomal abnormalities and/or physical abnormalities. This can be a difficult decision. We’ll discuss it together during your first appointment. If, after this conversation, you feel you’d like to talk more or still have questions, please don’t hesitate to call us. We can schedule a follow-up conversation, either by phone or in person.

We’ll do everything we can to help you make a well-informed decision. Talk about it with your partner or someone close to you. 

On the PNS website, you can find clear answers to the following questions:
The NIPT

• What is the NIPT?
• How does the NIPT work?
• What is a chromosomal abnormality?
• What types of chromosomal abnormalities are there?
• Does the NIPT give clear results?
• When do you get the test results?
• What are the possible outcomes?

The 13-week scan and the 20-week scan

• How do the ultrasound scans work?
• When can you have the scans done?
• Do the 13-week scan and the 20-week scan give clear results?
• When do you get the test results?
• What are the possible outcomes of the 13-week scan?
• What are the possible outcomes of the 20-week scan?

Follow-up diagnostic testing

• When can you have follow-up diagnostic testing?
• What are your options for follow-up diagnostic testing?
• Would you like to know more about follow-up testing?

Data and privacy

• What happens to my data?