{"id":76,"date":"2026-03-09T13:46:24","date_gmt":"2026-03-09T13:46:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/invimed.pl\/?page_id=76"},"modified":"2026-08-28T06:57:40","modified_gmt":"2026-08-28T06:57:40","slug":"prenatal","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/invimed.pl\/en\/badania\/prenatalne","title":{"rendered":"Prenatal testing"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prenatal testing involves diagnostic procedures carried out during pregnancy to detect congenital and genetic abnormalities in the foetus. It enables the early identification of abnormalities and the implementation of appropriate treatment. They are divided into non-invasive tests, such as ultrasound scans, maternal blood tests and NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing), and invasive tests, such as amniocentesis. These screening tests are painless and safe for both mother and baby. They can detect conditions such as Down\u2019s syndrome, Edwards\u2019 syndrome or heart defects. Early diagnosis often allows treatment to begin whilst the baby is still in the womb. Find out more about the different types of prenatal tests and when to have them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"najwazniejsze-informacje\">Highlights&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prenatal testing detects congenital and genetic abnormalities in the foetus, enabling early treatment even whilst the baby is still in the womb.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An NIPT test (from the 9th week of pregnancy), which analyses cell-free foetal DNA (cffDNA) present in the mother\u2019s blood, enables the risk of genetic abnormalities to be assessed.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First trimester ultrasound (week 11-14) with PAPP-A test calculates the risk of Down's, Edwards' and Patau syndrome in one visit.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pre-eclampsia affects 2\u20135% of pregnancies and poses a serious risk \u2013 the PREEK test enables the early diagnosis of this complication.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The 3D\/4D scan (26-30 weeks) gives a spatial image of the foetus, and the 4D ultrasound allows real-time video of the baby to be recorded.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"czym-sa-badania-prenatalne\">What is prenatal screening?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prenatal tests are tests carried out during pregnancy to help monitor the baby\u2019s development before birth. They enable the doctor to assess, amongst other things, the baby\u2019s physical structure, heart function, organ development and the risk of certain diseases or birth defects. Sometimes this allows parents to better prepare for the birth and for looking after their child, and in certain situations it also enables treatment to begin whilst the mother is still pregnant or immediately after the baby is born.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rodzaje-badan-prenatalnych\">Types of antenatal tests&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prenatal tests are divided into screening tests and non-invasive tests, which include ultrasound, the PAPP-A test, cell-free foetal DNA (cffDNA) tests, and invasive tests such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling, which are carried out when more in-depth diagnosis is required.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"badania-prenatalne-usg\">Prenatal ultrasound scans<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Non-invasive prenatal tests primarily include ultrasound scans. These may be accompanied by biochemical tests of the mother\u2019s blood, such as the PAPP-A test. In a normal pregnancy, prenatal ultrasound scans are carried out at three stages: in the first trimester, halfway through the pregnancy (known as the mid-pregnancy scan), and in the third trimester, before the birth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During an ultrasound scan, the doctor assesses whether the pregnancy is progressing normally and evaluates the baby\u2019s development and structure, including its brain, spine, heart and other organs. They also check for features that may indicate an increased risk of certain genetic abnormalities, such as Down\u2019s syndrome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prenatal ultrasound scans are carried out by Kajetan Pi\u0105tkowski of Invimed Gdynia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wolnego-dna-plodu-nipt\">Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT)&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For several years now, a new generation of screening tests known as NIPT (Non-invasive Prenatal Testing) has been available on the prenatal testing market; these tests enable the risk of genetic abnormalities and congenital defects in the unborn child to be assessed.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During pregnancy, fragments of the baby\u2019s cell-free DNA (cffDNA) circulate in the mother\u2019s blood. These originate from the placenta and are the result of natural processes taking place in the body. All that is needed is a blood sample from the mother to find out more about the baby\u2019s genetic health \u2013 safely for both mother and baby.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Invimed, we offer two types of non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT), available from as early as the 9th week of pregnancy: VERACITY and VERAgene.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VERACITY Advanced<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">VERACITY Advanced is a non-invasive prenatal test with high accuracy (over 99% in detecting the most common trisomies). In addition to conditions such as Down\u2019s, Edwards\u2019 and Patau\u2019s syndromes, it assesses the risk of sex chromosome abnormalities (Turner syndrome, Klinefelter syndrome) as well as the loss of small chromosomal segments, which can lead to serious syndromes (e.g. DiGeorge syndrome, Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/invimed.pl\/en\/research\/prenatal\/veracity\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/invimed.pl\/badania\/prenatalne\/veracity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">VERACITY Advanced \u2013 find out more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VERAgene<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">VERAgene is an innovative prenatal test which is an enhanced version of the VERACITY Advanced test, offering the widest diagnostic scope amongst the non-invasive prenatal tests (NIPT) currently available. What makes it unique is that, in addition to analysing foetal DNA from the mother\u2019s blood, it also takes into account the biological father\u2019s genetic material (collected via a cheek swab). Thanks to this combination, it identifies the risk of the child inheriting over 100 monogenic (single-gene) disorders, such as cystic fibrosis, phenylketonuria or sickle cell anaemia. This is particularly important if there have been cases of autosomal recessive inherited disorders in the family, where the parents may be asymptomatic carriers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/invimed.pl\/en\/research\/prenatal\/veragene\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/invimed.pl\/badania\/prenatalne\/veragene\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">VERAgene \u2013 find out more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><\/th><th>First-trimester ultrasound scan + PAPP-A<\/th><th>VERACITY Advanced<\/th><th>VERAgene<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>What is included?<\/td><td>the risk of trisomy&nbsp;<\/td><td>the risk of trisomy, sex chromosome aneuploidy and selected microdeletions<\/td><td>the risk of trisomy, sex chromosome aneuploidy, selected microdeletions and 100 monogenic disorders&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Material&nbsp;<\/td><td>ultrasound scan + the mother\u2019s blood&nbsp;<\/td><td>mother\u2019s blood&nbsp;<\/td><td>the mother\u2019s blood and a cheek swab from the father&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Since which week<\/td><td>Weeks 11\u201314 of pregnancy&nbsp;<\/td><td>Week 9 of pregnancy&nbsp;<\/td><td>Week 9 of pregnancy&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>When to choose&nbsp;<\/td><td>if you\u2019d like to:&nbsp;<br>\u2013 to check how the child is developing and to assess the structure of their organs,&nbsp;<br>\u2013 to assess the progress of the pregnancy,&nbsp;<br>\u2013 to assess the risk of the most common trisomies: Down\u2019s, Edwards\u2019 and Patau\u2019s syndromes&nbsp;<\/td><td>when you wish to assess the risk of the most common chromosomal abnormalities \u2013 trisomies, sex chromosomes and microdeletions \u2013 in greater detail;<br>This test is also recommended during in vitro fertilisation involving embryo transfer<\/td><td>when you want to obtain the most comprehensive information (apart from the risk of chromosomal abnormalities), <br>where there is a history of recessively inherited conditions in the family, or where the parents may be carriers&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"badanie-prenatalne-inwazyjne\">Invasive prenatal testing&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Invasive prenatal tests involve the collection of material from the foetal environment (amniotic fluid, blood or placental samples) through a surgical procedure, i.e. by breaking the skin. The indication for these tests is an elevated risk identified in non-invasive screening tests. In such situations, screening tests are insufficient; the investigation must be extended to include tests that enable a precise diagnosis of foetal developmental disorders, i.e. diagnostic tests such as amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"badania-pierwszego-trymestru\">First-trimester tests&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"badanie-usg-i-trymestru\">First-trimester ultrasound scan&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first-trimester ultrasound scan is carried out between 11 and 14 weeks of pregnancy. A few days beforehand (ideally 6\u20137 days), the patient should have a PAPP-A test, which involves analysing pregnancy-associated plasma protein taken from serum, in conjunction with a free \u03b2-hCG (F-\u03b2-hCG) test. The test is quick and painless; it simply involves taking a blood sample. During the appointment, the doctor examines the patient using an ultrasound scan (assessing, amongst other things, nuchal translucency \u2013 i.e. the accumulation of fluid beneath the skin tissue at the back of the foetus\u2019s neck \u2013 as well as the shape and normal development of the nasal bone), and then enters the PAPP-A test results into the relevant computer programme. It is very important that the first-trimester ultrasound scan is performed by a doctor certified by the FMF (Fetal Medicine Foundation), which ensures that the scan is carried out in accordance with current guidelines and standards. The programme calculates the risk of foetal chromosomal abnormalities, i.e. Down\u2019s syndrome (trisomy 21), Edwards\u2019 syndrome (trisomy 18) and Patau\u2019s syndrome (trisomy 13). The entire process takes place during a single appointment.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"badanie-preek\">The PREEK study&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The PREEK test is used to diagnose pre-eclampsia, or pre-eclampsia. This complication affects approximately 2-5% pregnancies and poses a serious risk to both mother and baby. The PREEK test involves the determination of SFLT-1 and PLGF, which are used as markers for pre-eclampsia.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Testing for pre-eclampsia is most commonly performed in the first trimester (it can also be done throughout pregnancy), and is a biochemical test that involves drawing blood from the pregnant patient.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"badanie-usg-drugiego-trymestru-polowkowe\">Second-trimester (mid-pregnancy) ultrasound scan&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The second-trimester (mid-pregnancy) ultrasound scan is carried out between 18 and 22 weeks of pregnancy. During the scan, it is possible to assess the foetus\u2019s anatomy, confirm normal development, rule out any potential birth defects and assess the risk of preterm birth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"badanie-usg-trzeciego-trymestru\">Third-trimester ultrasound scan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A third-trimester ultrasound scan is carried out between 28 and 32 weeks of pregnancy. It enables the foetus\u2019s anatomy to be assessed, as well as the development of individual organs. During the scan, the doctor checks the condition of the placenta and the amount of amniotic fluid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"badanie-3d4d\">3D\/4D scan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 3D\/4D scan is carried out between 26 and 30 weeks of pregnancy. This scan is particularly appealing to parents, as it provides a clear, three-dimensional image of the foetus. Seeing their baby\u2019s face evokes many positive emotions, and the ultrasound printout serves as a keepsake for years to come. Equally delightful is the 4D ultrasound, which allows parents to watch their baby in real time, in the form of a video that we record onto a USB stick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"jakie-choroby-wykrywaja-badania-prenatalne\">What diseases do prenatal tests detect?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prenatal testing makes it possible to monitor the progress of pregnancy and assess foetal development from the early stages right through to birth. For both parents and doctors, a key benefit of diagnostic testing is the ability to detect serious, sometimes life-threatening, defects or conditions in the baby. This makes it possible to initiate appropriate treatment during pregnancy or immediately after the baby is born.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prenatal ultrasound scans also detect conditions such as Down\u2019s syndrome, Edwards\u2019 syndrome and Patau\u2019s syndrome.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, the VERACITY Advanced and VERAgene tests assess the risk of:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Klinefelter syndrome (XXY)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jacob\u2019s syndrome (XYY)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DiGeorge syndrome (22q11.2)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the Smith-Magenis syndrome&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the Wolf\u2013Hirschhorn team&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cri du Chat syndrome (5p deletion)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, VERAgene can detect the risk of over 100 genetic conditions that may only become apparent after the child is born, such as:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>cystic fibrosis&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sickle cell anaemia&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Duchenne muscular dystrophy&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Huntington\u2019s chorea&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>phenylketonuria&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to genetic defects, prenatal testing makes it possible to diagnose diseases that can be treated during pregnancy, e.g. urinary obstruction, thrombocytopenia. It is particularly important to detect a possible heart defect in the foetus. Early diagnosis is of great importance, as sometimes surgery while still in the womb may be the only chance of saving the child's life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The aim of all prenatal tests is to reassure parents and prepare them for the birth of their child. The risk of abnormalities is low, and modern medicine is becoming increasingly aware of how to deal with the appearance of possible illnesses in the child.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"gdzie-wykonac-badania-i-jak-sie-zapisac\">Where to have the tests done and how to book an appointment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We carry out NIPT prenatal tests at all Invimed centres. Prenatal ultrasound scans are carried out by Kajetan Pi\u0105tkowski at Invimed Gdynia. You can have VERACITY and VERAgene prenatal tests carried out at all Invimed centres. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To book an appointment for tests, please contact Invimed \u2013 in person, <a href=\"tel:500900888\" data-type=\"tel\" data-id=\"tel:500900888\">by telephone<\/a> or <a href=\"mailto:invimed@invimed.pl\">by email<\/a>. You can also book an appointment, <a href=\"https:\/\/invimed.pl\/en\/contact\/\">by filling in the form<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"najczesciej-zadawane-pytania\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1785404723310\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are prenatal tests reimbursed by the National Health Service?<br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Under the Ministry of Health Regulation of 14 May 2024, a pregnant woman, regardless of her age, is entitled to free prenatal ultrasound scans:\u00a0<br>\u2013 in the first trimester \u2013 between the 11th and 14th weeks of pregnancy,\u00a0<br>\u2013 in the second trimester \u2013 between the 18th and 22nd week and the 6th day of pregnancy.\u00a0\u00a0<br><br>A referral for a scan, which states the week of pregnancy, is issued by the attending doctor.\u00a0<br><br>Invasive prenatal tests are also available free of charge under the Ministry of Health\u2019s programme. A referral from a doctor is also required to undergo these tests; this must include the grounds for inclusion in the programme and a description of any abnormalities detected. The referral must be accompanied by test results confirming the need for further diagnosis.\u00a0<br><br>Prenatal tests such as NIPT or those carried out privately are not covered by the Ministry of Health\u2019s reimbursement scheme and are subject to an additional charge.\u00a0<br><br>It is worth checking the scope of reimbursement with your GP.\u00a0<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1785404782549\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How long is the wait for prenatal test results?<br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The waiting time for prenatal test results varies depending on the type of test. Ultrasound results are available immediately after the scan. Biochemical blood tests, such as the PAPP-A test, are usually ready within 3\u20137 working days. Results for NIPT tests (VERACITY and VERAgene) take 7\u201310 days. Invasive tests may require a longer wait for the full genetic results.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1785404797286\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can prenatal testing be refused?<br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, participation in prenatal testing is completely voluntary and every woman has the right to refuse. The decision is entirely up to the parents-to-be after receiving full information about the benefits and limitations of each test from their doctor.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1787296199759\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What happens when prenatal tests show abnormalities?<br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The doctor discusses the results in detail with the parents and suggests further diagnostic steps or specialist consultations. Possible options are in-depth diagnostics, preparation for delivery with a team of specialists or treatment planning after the baby is born.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bibliography<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Br\u0119borowicz, G. H. (ed.). (2020). Obstetrics and gynaecology. Vol. 1-2. Warsaw: PZWL Wydawnictwo Lekarskie. ISBN: 978-83-200-6229-8&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recommendations of the Polish Society of Gynaecologists and Obstetricians and the Polish Society of Human Genetics on prenatal screening and diagnostic genetic testing. (2022). Gynaecology and Practical Perinatology, 7(1), 20-33&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poprawski, G., Wender-O\u017cegowska, E., &amp; Zawiejska, A. et al (2012). Contemporary methods for early diagnosis of pre-eclampsia and pregnancy-induced hypertension. Ginekologia Polska, 83(9), 688-693&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recommendations of the Section of Ultrasonography of the Polish Gynaecological Society for screening ultrasound diagnosis in normal pregnancy. (2015). Polish Gynaecology, 7, 551-559&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prenatal screening \u2013 Ministry of Health \u2013 Gov.pl portal&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Badania prenatalne to diagnostyka wykonywana w ci\u0105\u017cy w celu wykrycia wad wrodzonych i genetycznych u p\u0142odu. Umo\u017cliwiaj\u0105 wczesne rozpoznanie nieprawid\u0142owo\u015bci i wdro\u017cenie odpowiedniego leczenia. Dziel\u0105 si\u0119 na nieinwazyjne, jak USG, testy krwi matki, czy NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing) oraz inwazyjne, takie jak amniopunkcja. Badania przesiewowe s\u0105 bezbolesne i bezpieczne dla matki i dziecka. 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