What Is Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing?

What Is Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing? (1:28)

Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) is a blood test done on a pregnant woman to screen for any genetic issues with her growing fetus. Patricia Geraghty, NP and Sharecare advisory board member, explains what issues a NIPT tests for in this video.

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