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NIPT Test in South Delhi

Fetal Medicine Specialist | Dr. Chintan Chaudhary | Saket, South Delhi
NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing) is a blood-based screening test that assesses the likelihood of certain chromosomal conditions in your baby. Dr. Chintan Chaudhary offers NIPT with pre- and post-test counselling at her clinic in Saket, South Delhi, so you understand exactly what your result does — and doesn't — tell you.

Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) is a sophisticated screening test performed on a standard sample of the mother’s blood. It examines small fragments of cell-free fetal DNA circulating in the maternal bloodstream to assess the likelihood of specific chromosomal conditions, most commonly Down syndrome (Trisomy 21), and depending on the panel selected, conditions such as Trisomy 18 (Edwards syndrome) and Trisomy 13 (Patau syndrome).

When Is NIPT Performed?

NIPT can typically be carried out from around the 10th week of pregnancy onward. While there is no upper gestational time limit within pregnancy, opting for earlier screening provides parents and clinicians ample time to review the findings, discuss next steps, and arrange diagnostic testing if indicated.

Because the test requires only a maternal blood sample, it carries zero procedural risk of miscarriage, offering a safe and reassuring screening option.

NIPT Screening Consultation with Dr. Chintan Chaudhary
Clinical Approach

Individualised & Proactive Screening Protocol

Understanding how NIPT works helps ensure clarity and informed decision-making throughout your prenatal journey.

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Is NIPT a Diagnostic Test?

No. NIPT is a screening test, not a diagnostic test. It evaluates statistical likelihood rather than confirming a diagnosis. A higher-risk result is followed by genetic counselling and confirmatory diagnostic tests, such as chorionic villus sampling (CVS) or amniocentesis.

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NIPT vs. Other Prenatal Tests

NIPT offers higher sensitivity for common chromosomal conditions than standard combined screening, but it does not replace the anomaly scan. While NIPT assesses genetic likelihood, ultrasound scans evaluate structural organs and physical fetal anatomy.

Indications & Eligibility

Who Might Consider NIPT Screening?

NIPT is available to anyone seeking high-accuracy early screening, with particular value in specific maternal and clinical scenarios.

High Sensitivity Screening

Expectant parents who want a highly sensitive and reliable screening option for common chromosomal conditions with minimal false-positive rates.

Advanced Maternal Age

Women who will be 35 years or older at delivery, where the baseline likelihood of chromosomal conditions like Down syndrome is statistically elevated.

Elevated Screening Results

Those who have received an intermediate or higher-risk outcome from earlier first-trimester combined screening or nuchal translucency scans.

Previous Chromosomal History

Parents with a personal obstetric history of a previous pregnancy or birth affected by a trisomy or chromosomal condition.

Blood-Test Only Preference

Anyone who prefers an advanced blood-test-only screening option over combined ultrasound and biochemical serum screening.

Safe Early Reassurance

Couples seeking clear, reliable reassurance early in the pregnancy without taking on the procedural risks of an invasive diagnostic test.

What Does an NIPT Result Look Like?

NIPT results are categorized into risk probabilities—typically "Low Risk" or "High Risk"—rather than a simple yes-or-no diagnosis.

Understanding Your Report & Next Clinical Steps

Low-Risk Result

Significantly reduces the likelihood of the conditions screened. While it provides strong clinical reassurance, it does not completely eliminate all genetic risk or test for every chromosomal condition.

High-Risk Result

Means an elevated likelihood has been detected. It does not confirm a diagnosis on its own; further clinical evaluation and diagnostic testing are strongly recommended before decisions are made.

Fetal Fraction Analysis

Every sample evaluates the percentage of fetal cell-free DNA present in maternal blood, ensuring adequate fetal fraction for valid, dependable screening results.

Specialist Genetic Counselling

Detailed pre- and post-test counselling ensures parents understand what conditions are screened, what test reports mean, and what follow-up care is best suited to their pregnancy.

Book Your NIPT Consultation with Dr. Chintan Chaudhary

Dr. Chintan Chaudhary offers specialized NIPT counselling, test coordination, and detailed report interpretation at Sama OPD Clinic, J-203, Saket, New Delhi. Every session is designed to deliver clarity, compassion, and evidence-based guidance for parents throughout their screening journey.

Continuum of Care

Related Clinical Services

Specialized prenatal diagnostic and fetal medicine pathways to support and protect your pregnancy.

Prenatal Screening

The broader screening pathway that NIPT sits within, including first-trimester dual markers and ultrasound assessments.

Genetic Counselling

Comprehensive consultations to explore family health history, understand hereditary risks, and interpret screening or test results.

High-Risk Pregnancy Care

Tailored clinical management, specialized Doppler scans, and proactive fetal surveillance for pregnancies needing closer specialist monitoring.

Fetal Medicine & Genetic Screening

Book Your NIPT Consultation

Dr. Chintan Chaudhary offers NIPT counselling and testing coordination at Sama OPD Clinic, J-203, Saket, New Delhi.

J-203, Saket, New Delhi | chintanchaudhary6@gmail.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find clear answers to common questions about NIPT accuracy, timing, procedure safety, and next clinical steps.

NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing) is a blood test taken from the mother that screens for the likelihood of certain chromosomal conditions in the baby, such as Down syndrome (Trisomy 21).

NIPT is typically offered from around the 10th week of pregnancy onward. Your specialist will advise on the most appropriate timing for your situation.

No. NIPT is a screening test that estimates likelihood, not a diagnostic test. A higher-risk result is usually followed by a diagnostic test, such as amniocentesis or CVS, to confirm findings.

Yes — NIPT only requires a sample of the mother's blood and carries no procedural risk to the baby, unlike invasive diagnostic tests.

A high-risk result means further discussion and, usually, a diagnostic test is recommended to confirm or rule out the condition — it does not confirm a diagnosis on its own.

No. NIPT screens for specific chromosomal conditions, while the anomaly scan separately assesses the baby's structural development — both may be recommended as part of your care.