Cytogenetics – chromosome test (karyotype)

• How long does the test take?
• What if my prenatal test takes longer than 2 weeks?
• What if the test is abnormal?
• What if I am worried about how my test is going?
• Is the result always correct?
• What if the test fails and there is no result?

FastDNA™

• How is the test done?
• How long does the FastDNA test take?
• If my result is not abnormal, does that mean my baby has normal chromosomes?
• Is the result always correct?
• What if the test is abnormal?
• Do I still need to have routine chromosome analysis as well as FastDNA?
• What if the test fails?
• What is the advantage of the FastDNA test?

 Biochemistry

• When can the first trimester blood test be done?
• Where can I have blood taken?
• What does it mean if I get a high-risk result?
• What does it mean if I get a low-risk result?

Molecular aneuploidy screening: miscarriages

• How long does the test take?
• What if the test is abnormal?
• What if I'm worried how the test is going?
• Is the result always correct?
• What if the test fails and there is no result?

Molecular DNA testing

• What type of samples are required?
• Is the sample collection painful?
• Is the DNA test 100% accurate?
• How long does the testing take?
• Can I take the samples myself at home?
• Does Medicare or private health insurance in Australia cover the cost of the DNA test?
• Do you check for paternity with the DNA sample?
• Will you destroy my DNA once testing is complete?

Microarray CGH testing

• How long does the test take?
• What type of samples are required?
• Is the sample collection painful?
• What if I am worried about how my test is going?
• What if the test is abnormal?
• Is the result always correct?
• What if the test fails and there is no result?
• Will you destroy my DNA once testing is complete?

Testing fee 

• How much does my test cost?
• Does Medicare cover the fee?