| Sunquest Code: | VRFI | | |
| Epic Code: | LAB5977 | Epic Name: | Non-Invasive Prenatal Test Cell Free DNA |
| Order Instructions: | Follow instructions provided in the Invitae NIPS test kit. |
| Synonyms: | Innatal Prenatal Screen; NIPT; Downs; Trisomy; Turner; Klinefelter; XXY, XYY, XXX; Invitea |
| Methodology: | DNA analysis |
| Test Includes: | See specimen requisition.
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| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported within 8-10 days.
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| Special Instructions: | This test is ordered and performed through Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, in conjunction with a genetic counseling consult so that the patient receives comprehensive pre and post test counseling. Physicians may refer a patient for this test by calling the Maternal Fetal Medicine Center at 612-273-2223. Include the following information on the request form: indications for test, family history, gestational age, referring physician's name and signature and physician telephone number. Patients must sign the informed consent statement on the Invitea request form. The original request form should be sent to the reference laboratory, a copy should be scanned into the patient's medical record.
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