Standard NIPT
Chromosomal Trisomy Screening, Sex Chromosomes and Gender
Service Description
Our NIPT Standard package provides a comprehensive first-level genetic screen, covering the three most common chromosomal trisomies — Down's syndrome (Trisomy 21), Edwards' syndrome (Trisomy 18) and Patau's syndrome (Trisomy 13) — alongside full sex chromosome aneuploidy screening, which assesses for conditions including Turner syndrome (XO), Klinefelter's syndrome (XXY), Triple X syndrome (XXX) and Jacob's syndrome (XYY). Optional biological sex determination is also included for those who wish to know. Together, this makes NIPT Standard a meaningfully more comprehensive screen than NHS combined first trimester testing, with detection rates exceeding 99% for the common trisomies and a substantially lower false positive rate. It is available from ten weeks of pregnancy, requires only a simple blood draw from the mother's arm, and results are returned within five working days. For most patients, NIPT Standard provides an excellent foundation of genetic reassurance — covering the conditions most likely to be clinically significant whilst remaining accessible and straightforward.
Cancellation Policy
The Pregnancy Experts does not guarantee continued treatment with a named midwife or doctor, unless this has been specifically purchased as part of your package. If you are unable to attend your appointment, we require 24 hours’ notice. We will try our best to facilitate an alternative mutually convenient time. Failure to give the required notice will result in you being charged the full cost of the service. Please arrive for your appointment 5 minutes in advance so that the necessary paperwork can be completed. Late arrival may result in reduced treatment time or forfeiting of the appointment. The Pregnancy Experts will endeavour to ensure that your appointment runs to time; however, should we need to cancel or postpone your appointment at short notice, we will make every effort to contact you in advance. Prior to your appointment we will inform you of any preparation required in advance of your treatment. Failure to follow the guidelines may result in cancellation of your appointment, reduced treatment time, or additional fees being charged.
Contact Details
26 Manchester Road, Burnley, UK
01282940238
info@thepregnancyexperts.com
Please note:
We only offer services to patients 18 years and older.
The scan room is located on the 1st floor. Therefore, unfortunately, we cannot offer ultrasound assessments to those with significant mobility problems.
We apologise for any inconvenience.