Containers
| GC Labs code | Q985 | Test Field | Human genetics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory forms | G-NIPT requisition and consent form, GC Genome Informed consent for genetic testing | ||
Information
| Test method | NGS (next generation sequencing) |
|---|---|
| Specimen (mL) | WB 8.5 (exclusive container) |
| Specimen storage | Ambient |
| Specimen stability | Ambient (7 days) |
| Test schedule | Mon-Fri |
| Analytical time (day) | 7 |
| Reference range/Unit | [Whole Blood] See comments in the report |
|---|---|
| Clinical Significance | Non-invasive prenatal test is a screening test for chromosomal aneuplodies from the fetal DNA present in maternal blood. Chromosomal Trisomy and sex chromosome aneuploidy are detected by using next-generation sequencing (NGS) at 10 weeks gestational age. |
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