Prenatal Screening and Genetic Testing

Some prenatal screening tests are performed routinely throughout pregnancy to monitor your health and the health of your baby. These tests help your health-care providers catch problems early and determine the best course of treatment.

Certain medical testing may be indicated because of your medical history. These tests include the following:

Neural tube defect screening
Alpha-fetoprotein Testing

Ultrasound Screening
Fetal Echocardiography
Genetic Ultrasound

Intrauterine Procedures
Fetal Shunts
Intrauterine Transfusion
Fetal Blood Sampling