NIFTY: Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT)
The NIFTY test is a non-invasive prenatal test (commonly termed an NIPT) that screens for Down Syndrome and certain other genetic conditions caused by extra or missing genetic information in the baby’s DNA . It’s important to note that all NIPTs like NIFTY , are screening tests and are not classified as diagnostic. This means that they are not 100% accurate and that ‘false positive’ or ‘false negative’ results can very rarely occur. NIFTY consists of a small maternal blood draw and is available from as early as week 10 of pregnancy. Results are available within 7 working days. NIFTY offers higher rates of accuracy than traditional screening tests and, unlike invasive procedures such as amniocentesis, poses no miscarriage risk to the mother or baby. As of June 2021, over 9,400,000 NIFTY tests have been performed worldwide. Safe – no risk of miscarriage Early – screen from week 10 of pregnancy Fast – results delivered in under 7 working days Accurate – over 99% sensitivity for trisomy c...