Chorionic Villi Culture - QFPCR (T13,18,21 & X,Y)

Chorionic Villi Culture + QF-PCR (T13, 18, 21 & X, Y)

🧬 What is this test?
Chorionic Villi Culture with QF-PCR is a prenatal genetic test performed on a sample of chorionic villi (placental tissue). It rapidly detects the most common chromosomal abnormalities while also allowing cell culture for further chromosome analysis if required.

🎯 Why is this test done?

• Early detection of chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus
• Confirms high-risk prenatal screening results
• Evaluates pregnancies with abnormal ultrasound findings
• Recommended for women with advanced maternal age
• Helps assess family history of genetic disorders

🔍 What does it detect?

• Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome)
• Trisomy 18 (Edwards Syndrome)
• Trisomy 13 (Patau Syndrome)
• Sex chromosome abnormalities (X & Y)

⚡ Benefits

• Rapid preliminary results with QF-PCR (typically within 24–72 hours)
• Accurate detection of the most common chromosomal aneuploidies
• Early diagnosis during pregnancy
• Supports timely clinical decision-making
• Culture enables additional chromosome analysis if indicated

🩺 Sample Required

• Chorionic Villi Sample (CVS) collected by a qualified obstetrician/fetal medicine specialist.

⚠️ Who should consider this test?

• Pregnant women with positive prenatal screening tests
• Abnormal fetal ultrasound findings
• Maternal age ≥35 years
• Previous pregnancy with a chromosomal abnormality
• Family history of genetic disorders

📌 Note
QF-PCR is a targeted test for chromosomes 13, 18, 21, X, and Y. It does not detect all genetic or structural chromosome abnormalities. Additional testing such as karyotyping or chromosomal microarray may be recommended based on clinical findings.

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