NIPT Veracity Blood Test
£240+
No Hidden Fees
(Tests include blood draw fee)
Lab Report with All Blood Tests
Quick Results Turnaround
Veracity is a NIPT Test offered at Ultrasound Care clinics from 10 weeks of pregnancy, giving expectant mothers an opportunity to screen for genetic conditions that their baby may have inherited. It analyses the fetal DNA that can be gathered from a mother’s blood sample for abnormal chromosomes.
By analysing fetal DNA present in the mother’s bloodstream, Veracity can detect conditions such as Down syndrome, Edwards syndrome, and Patau syndrome with a remarkable 99.9% accuracy. Veracity is a non-invasive blood test that eliminates the need for invasive procedures, reducing the risk of miscarriage associated with traditional methods.
What Does Veracity Test For?
Veracity offers three levels of testing, with each level testing for different genetic conditions. It is designed to test for the most common fetal aneuploidies (conditions) that occur when there is an abnormal number of chromosomes.
Autosomal Aneuploidies:
- Down syndrome (Trisomy 21)
- Edwards syndrome (Trisomy 18)
- Patau syndrome (Trisomy 13)
Sex Chromosome Aneuploidies:
- Turner syndrome (Monosomy X)
- Triple X syndrome (Trisomy X)
- Klinefelter syndrome (XXY)
- Jacobs syndrome (XYY)
- XXYY syndrome
Microdeletions:
- DiGeorge syndrome (22q11.2)
- 1p36 deletion syndrome (1p36)
- Smith-Magenis syndrome (17p11.2)
- Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome (4p16.3)
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Veracity Options
Veracity offers three testing options, covering a range of conditions. All options are available from Ultrasound Care, giving you the choice regarding your health insights and that of your baby.
Option 1
No Scan Included: £240
Scan Included: £289
- Autosomal Aneuploidies:
- Down syndrome (Trisomy 21)
- Edwards syndrome (Trisomy 18)
- Patau syndrome (Trisomy 13)
Option 2
No Scan Included: £250
Scan Included: £299
- Autosomal Aneuploidies:
- Down syndrome (Trisomy 21)
- Edwards syndrome (Trisomy 18)
- Patau syndrome (Trisomy 13)
- Sex Chromosome Aneuploidies:
- Turner syndrome (Monosomy X)
- Triple X syndrome (Trisomy X)
- Klinefelter sundrome (XXY)
- Jacobs syndrome (XYY)
- XXYY syndrome
Option 3
No Scan Included: £350
Scan Included: £399
- Autosomal Aneuploidies:
- Down syndrome (Trisomy 21)
- Edwards syndrome (Trisomy 18)
- Patau syndrome (Trisomy 13)
- Sex Chromosome Aneuploidies:
- Turner syndrome (Monosomy X)
- Triple X syndrome (Trisomy X)
- Klinefelter syndrome (XXY)
- Jacobs syndrome (XYY)
- XXYY syndrome
- Microdeletions:
- DiGeorge syndrome (22q11.2)
- 1p36 deletion syndrome (1p36)
- Smith-Magenis syndrome (17p11.2)
- Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome (4p16.3)
How Does the Test Work?
Veracity blood tests are done via a small blood sample from the mother. The fetal DNA is then tested directly, providing the highest accuracy in detection. It is completely safe for the baby and mother with no associated risks of miscarriage.
Is Veracity Testing the Baby’s DNA?
During pregnancy, fetal DNA travels from the placenta to the mother’s blood stream and circulates with her DNA. The Veracity testing process can accurately measure the fetal free-cell DNA in the mother’s blood once it has been isolated correctly.
Who Can Book a Veracity Test & When?
You can take a Veracity test from 10 weeks of pregnancy, obtaining results within 7-10 working days (subject to postal delays). There is no age limit on this test; if you want to take the test, you can book with Peek A Baby who will then take a sample of your blood. This is sent off for processing and analysis before sending your results.
Common Veracity FAQs
What are Autosomal Aneuploidies?
Autosomal Aneuploidies refers to fetal abnormalities that do not involve the sex chromosomes.
Veracity tests for autosomal aneuploidies including Down syndrome, Edwards syndrome and Patau syndrome. These genetic conditions are caused by having an extra copy of a chromosome in some or all cells of the body.
What does Sex Chromosome Aneuploidies mean?
Sex chromosome aneuploidies is a relatively common group of genetic disorders that are characterised by either loss or gain of one or more sex chromosome.
Veracity is a completely safe way of testing fetal DNA for these genetic conditions.
Is Veracity Safe?
Veracity is a completely safe way of testing fetal DNA for genetic conditions.
What are Microdeletions?
Microdeletions are genetic conditions that have been caused by the loss of a part of a chromosome. Usually, microdeletions are characterised by intellectual impairment or congenital abnormalities with the severity of the symptoms being dependent on the size and location of microdeletion.
Veracity tests for microdeletions as part of the highest level of testing.
Can I Have A Veracity Test If I Am Expecting Twins?
Yes, Veracity can be given for single and twin pregnancies.
There are a number of benefits to Veracity testing with your local Ultrasound Care clinic, including:
- Accurate Results
- Providing 99.9% accuracy from fetal DNA.
- Early Diagnosis
- Veracity offers early diagnosis for many genetic conditions, enabling preparation for the future.
- No Risks
- This is a non-invasive procedure with no associated risks of miscarriage.
- 3 Options to Choose
- Veracity offers 3 levels of testing, depending on the genetic conditions you are testing for. Our packages are not one size fits all, there is a package for everyone.
- Parental Reassurance
- Where there are multiple siblings with existing genetic conditions, Veracity can offer parental reassurance for fear of the unknown.
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Preparing For Your NIPT Veracity Blood Test
There are a few things that you can do in order to best prepare for your blood test:
- Dress Comfortably: Wear loose clothing that allows easy access to both arms.
- Hydrate Beforehand: We advise drinking plenty of water 24 hours before your blood test. This will make the blood draw smoother.
- Medication Matters: If you take any anticoagulant medication, we advise that you take this after your appointment. If this is not possible, please let us know before your appointment so that we can discuss the best course of action.
Are you nervous about needles? No worries! Let our team know when you arrive for your appointment. We will make sure that you are calm and comfortable during your appointment, working with you to make your blood draw as quick and painless as possible.
Our Process: NIPT Veracity Blood Test
At Ultrasound Care, we aim to make every appointment calm and welcoming. NIPT Veracity Blood Test appointments will be approximately 10 minutes.
During your blood test appointment, a fully trained phlebotomist will take a blood sample for you. The process will reflect the following steps:
- Our professional phlebotomist will uncover your left or right arm.
- A tourniquet will be placed on your upper arm. This is used to help swell your veins, making it easier to place a needle.
- Once successfully fitted, a sample of blood will be drawn into tubes.
- Once completed, the needle and tourniquet will be removed and a plaster placed on the open wound. This can be removed after a couple of hours.
Following the blood draw, blood samples are sent to our authorised partners for analysis. All authorised partners are based in the UK, ensuring that all results are quick and accurate.
By booking a private blood test appointment with us you are agreeing to your personal information being shared with our authorised partners solely for the purpose of this test. Your express permission for this will also be asked during your appointment.
Blood Test Results
You can expect your blood test results within 2 - 3 working days.*
Results can be discussed further with your GP or fertility provider once received. Ultrasound Care does not review or interpret your blood test results.
*Results are subject to postal delays
With clinics in Birmingham, Bromsgrove and London, we are here to provide you with a professional service that gives you quick and accurate results. Book your blood test online today or call your local clinic for more information. For a same-day appointment, please call your local clinic.
