Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)
Chorionic villus sampling, or CVS, is a test that uses a sample of the placenta to find genetic or chromosomal diseases and birth defects. Healthcare providers typically recommend a CVS if the fetus is at risk of having a birth defect, based on early screening tests (maternal blood test or fetal ultrasound), the mothers health or family medical history. The procedure usually takes place between weeks 10 and 12 of pregnancy.
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| Reasons for Doing Test | % Who Did | % Who Would Do the Test Again If Necessary | Experiences |
|---|---|---|---|
| Was recommended by my doctorLearn More » | 81% | 38% who would do it again | No experiences have been shared. Contribute yours » |
| Was a follow up to an Ultrasound/NT scan resultLearn More » | 4% | 38% who would do it again | No experiences have been shared. Contribute yours » |
| Was follow-up to a blood test resultLearn More » | 4% | 38% who would do it again | No experiences have been shared. Contribute yours » |
| Risk because of mother's ageLearn More » | 8% | 38% who would do it again | No experiences have been shared. Contribute yours » |
| Risk because of family's medical historyLearn More » | 0% | 38% who would do it again | No experiences have been shared. Contribute yours » |
| Risk because of birth defects in previous pregLearn More » | 4% | 38% who would do it again | No experiences have been shared. Contribute yours » |
| To check a specific issueLearn More » | 4% | 38% who would do it again | No experiences have been shared. Contribute yours » |
| To know the results earlierLearn More » | 4% | 38% who would do it again | No experiences have been shared. Contribute yours » |
| Other reasonsLearn More » | 4% | 38% who would do it again | No experiences have been shared. Contribute yours » |
