Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) in Arkansas: Prenatal Genetics Clinic Experience and Lessons Learned.

Abstract

The term NIPT (non-invasive prenata. testing). is used to d Qscribe a relativel new screening test designed to. identit .pregnancies at increased risk for certain fetal aneuploidlies. Since May of 2012, the UAMS Malernal'Tbtal Medicine, division has provided genetic 'counseling, obtiained informed consent; and I ordered NIPT 6n over 400 high-risk pregnancies. We wish to . present data collect6d from, these results,,as well as offer tips for primary obstetricians/practition'ers. Who consider ordering NIPT for some of their patients.