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Obstetric and family genetics

Non-invasive prenatal screening, hereditary cancer, family studies and kinship through partner laboratories.

Tests

Non-invasive prenatal screening, hereditary cancer, family studies and kinship through partner laboratories.

3 tests

Obstetric and family genetics Partner laboratory

Includes genetic screening or diagnostic tests during pregnancy, selected according to gestational age, history and clinical counselling.

Maternal blood for cell-free fetal DNA; other tests may require chorionic villi, amniotic fluid or another specimen collected at a specialist centre.

Turnaround depends on the study and partner laboratory; it is usually several working days and may be longer if repeat or confirmation is needed.

Obstetric and family genetics Partner laboratory

Studies genes related to inherited disorders or familial predisposition, based on a clinical indication and informed consent.

Venous blood or saliva/buccal swab, depending on the study and partner laboratory.

Several weeks for many studies; timing depends on panel, technique, sample quality and whether extension or confirmation is required.

Obstetric and family genetics Partner laboratory

Compares genetic markers between people to assess biological compatibility. Procedures differ for private information and legally admissible results.

Usually a buccal swab; in specific cases, blood or another specimen accepted by the laboratory.

Several working days, depending on participants, test type and chain-of-custody requirements.

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