NIPT Test and Scan
Advanced non-invasive prenatal screening with YourGene Health's IONA Test. Three levels of testing available from 10 weeks gestation — all include a scan and gender testing at no additional cost.
Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing
We've partnered with the experienced laboratory team at YourGene Health to offer their innovative IONA Test and IONA Care Test options. All packages include a scan — we are able to include FSD (gender testing) for both at no additional cost. All tests can be offered from 10 weeks gestation — providing early reassurance and detailed information about your baby's health. The three levels of testing are explained in detail below.
Core - IONA® Test
The IONA® test is Yourgene's proprietary Non-Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPT) for pregnant women which estimates the risk of a fetus having Down's syndrome (Trisomy 21) , Edwards' syndrome (Trisomy 18) , and Patau's Syndrome (Trisomy 13) from as early as 10 weeks gestation. Trisomies occur when three, instead of the usual two, copies of a chromosome are present. Edwards' and Patau's syndromes are much rarer than Down's but are very serious. The IONA® test is an advanced screening assessment that detects these copies from a maternal blood sample.
Extended - IONA® Care Test
IONA® Care is a non-invasive prenatal screening test for pregnant women offering an extended test menu. In addition to screening for Down's, Edwards' and Patau's syndrome (trisomy 21, 18 and 13), IONA® Care screens for: Sex chromosomal aneuploidies (SCA) — such as Klinefelter and Turner syndromes Autosomal aneuploidies (AA) — which don't refer to sex chromosomes but occur when chromosomes 1–22 (autosomes) are deficient or duplicated This extended screening offering (SCA and AA) is only available for singleton and monochorionic (single sex) twin pregnancies. Iona Care is available from 10 weeks gestation.
Comprehensive Microdeletion - IONA® Care Test PLUS
IONA® Care Test PLUS is the highest level of testing, offering everything included in the IONA® Care Test and also additional screening for genetic conditions caused by microdeletions. What are microdeletions? — Microdeletion syndromes are caused by chromosomal deletions that include several genes, but that are too small to be detected by conventional methods. Syndromes associated with microdeletions can present with a range of clinical features. IONA® Care+ screens for the 22q11.2 deletion (DiGeorge Syndrome) alongside other clinically relevant microdeletions, associated with different conditions such as Prader-Willi , Angelman , 1p36 deletion , Cri-du-Chat , and Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome.
Payment Options
We understand that this can feel like a big financial commitment, so are able to offer payment in two instalments to help. The first 50% payment will be taken upon booking, with the remainder taken on the day of your appointment. If you would like to choose this option, please contact us to request.
Payment Options
We understand that this can feel like a big financial commitment, so are able to offer payment in two instalments to help. The first 50% payment will be taken upon booking, with the remainder taken on the day of your appointment. If you would like to choose this option, please contact us to request.
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The Process
Initial Consultation
Our experienced midwives will guide you through the NIPT process, discussing the details of the test, possible results, a routine scan and the blood test.
Questions and Support
There will be plenty of time during your appointment to ask any questions you might have about the testing process or what the results mean.
Results (5 Working Days)
Your results are expected to arrive within 5 working days from the blood test.
Results Discussion
You'll be invited back in to chat through the results of your scan and plan any next steps with your midwife.