Prenatal screening

Prenatal screening is used to determine the risk of a congenital disorder.
There are three types of prenatal screening:

• NIPT
  The NIPT involves taking blood samples for laboratory testing. We check whether the unborn child has a chromosomal abnormality, such as Down syndrome, Edwards’ syndrome or Patau syndrome. The test is performed when you are 11 weeks pregnant.
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  Dutch video (with Ukrainian and Russian translations)
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• 13-week ultrasound
  From 1 September 2021, you can opt for a 13-week ultrasound. The ultrasound technician uses an ultrasound to check for physical abnormalities in your unborn child early in the pregnancy.
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  Dutch video (with Ukrainian and Russian translations)
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• 20-week ultrasound
  When you are around 20 weeks pregnant, you may opt for an ultrasound examination for physical abnormalities, such as spina bifida or a heart defect.
  Leaflet
  Dutch video (with Ukrainian and Russian translations)
  Information in other languages