What is Prenatal Genetic Counseling?

Genetic testing and counseling during pregnancy play a critical role in prenatal genetics where the aim is to check the health status of the fetus. Genetic conditions and chromosomal abnormalities can be identified much earlier in pregnancy through this.

Benefits of Prenatal Genetics Counseling

A timely medical intervention, informed decision-making and preparation for the presence of any any special needs the baby may have can be availed when the genetic conditions are detected early enough.

When to Seek Prenatal Genetic Testing

In case of a family history of genetic conditions or if previous pregnancies were affected by genetic conditions, or women who are above the age of 35 years are recommended for prenatal genetic testing.

Example of Genetic conditions that can be Identified:

• Down Syndrome
•  Edwards Syndrome
•  Patau Syndrome
•  Turner Syndrome
•  Klinefelter Syndrome
•  Cystic Fibrosis
•  Spina Bifida
•  Thalassemia
•  Sickle Cell Anemia
•  Neural Tube Defects