NIPT VERAGene Blood Test
£425+
No Hidden Fees
(Tests include blood draw fee)
Lab Report with All Blood Tests
Quick Results Turnaround
VERAgene is a non-invasive prenatal test that is accessible for pregnant women from 10 weeks. A test for both mum and dad, VERAgene is the only NIPT Test that checks for the most severe genetic conditions that can have a significant impact on the quality of your baby’s life.
If you have a family history of genetic conditions, VERAgene is the NIPT test that can help you. With 99% accuracy, book your VERAgene test with Ultrasound Care today to find peace of mind.
VERAgene Blood Test
VERAgene is a non-invasive prenatal test (NIPT) that allows pregnant women to check for genetic conditions of the fetus before they give birth. This test can be performed without gender reveal if necessary. VERAgene is a test for both mum and dad, including a blood test for mum and a Buccal Swab for dad.
There are different types of prenatal tests available during the first trimester; each test checks for different genetic conditions. VERAgene is the only test that checks for the most severe genetic conditions that can have significant impacts on the quality of life.
VERAgene is a highly accurate, DNA non-invasive prenatal test that gives 99% accuracy in detection!
What Is Included In The VERAgene Test?
No Scan Included: £425
Scan Included: £474
- 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
- Smith-Magenis syndrome (17p11.2)
- Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome (4p16.3)
- Monogenic Diseases
A complete list can be seen here
Our Authorised Partner: Medicover Genetics
Why is VERAgene Offered?
VERAgene is offered to all expectant mothers to improve prenatal care and provide accurate information on the health of a foetus.
Following unexpected findings on a routine pregnancy scan, parents often face a period of uncertainty while waiting for a more detailed examination. In the meantime, Ultrasound Care can help aid this worry by offering clarity through a detailed analysis of a baby’s genetic coding.
VERAgene is a non-invasive test which is available to all mothers from 10 weeks of pregnancy. This highly accurate test based on chromosomal findings from a mother and father’s DNA covers 2000 mutations associated with 100 monogenic diseases.
Having a family history of genetic conditions or previously affected children of a genetic disorder may be one of the reasons why a VERAgene test is recommended and crucial. With each parent undergoing testing, the DNA can be broken down and analysed to determine the chromosome health of your baby. An early pregnancy reassurance scan is also offered with Peek A Baby to conclude any findings.
If you are looking to rule out a specific genetic condition, and are not sure if this is covered under Ultrasound Care, please get in touch with us. We will be more than happy to assist!
Approximately 1 in 50 pregnancies are affected by one genetic condition! Ensure you give yourself the best insight into the health of your baby with VERAgene so you can make informed decisions early on regarding possible treatments and clinical management.
Common Veracity Questions
How Does The Test Work?
VERAgene tests are able to detect genetic conditions from a small sample of blood from the mother and a Buccal Swab from the father. From the maternal DNA, the fetal DNA is separated and tested giving highly accurate results. It is completely safe for both mother and baby with results in 7-10 working days (subject to postal delays).
How do we know it is the fetal DNA that is tested?
From the mother’s blood, fetal DNA can be isolated and tested. Free cell DNA is released from the placenta into the mother’s bloodstream during pregnancy. VERAgene processes allow us to isolate and analyse fetal DNA with efficiency.
Can the Gender be confirmed by a VERAgene test?
Gender confirmation can be determined during VERAgene prenatal tests.
When can I take the VERAgene test?
The VERAgene test can be taken from 10 weeks of gestation. There is no age limit for this test as it does not test for age-associated conditions. If you are looking to take this non-invasive prenatal test, you can book today with Ultrasound Care!
Why should expectant parents take a VERAgene test?
VERAgene tests for microdeletions and single gene diseases which, unlike aneuploidies, do not have age associated risks, and they do not have biomarkers for early detection.
VERAgene can accurately screen for these conditions from 10 weeks of pregnancy, giving new parents insight into their baby’s health and take informed decisions about possible treatment and management.
What are monogenic diseases?
Monogenic diseases are caused by a variant in a single gene. These conditions can be autosomal dominant (a variant exists on only one chromosome) or autosomal recessive (a variant needs to be present in both chromosomes). There are also X-linked diseases (mutation is always on X chromosome) that affect males and females differently.
VERAgene analyses over 2000 variants in order to detect 100 autosomal recessive and X-linked monogenic diseases.
What monogenic diseases can VERAgene detect?
There are 100 monogenic diseases that VERAgene can test for including Beta Thalassemia, Cystic Fibrosis, Sickle Cell disease, Alport syndrome and many more.
Can I use these findings to inform my pre-natal consultant/midwife?
Yes, It is always best to consult your pre-natal consultant about any findings from tests and scans performed privately.
There are a number of benefits to booking a VERAgene test with your local Ultrasound Care clinic, including:
- This is a non invasive procedure that can accurately identify high-risk pregnancies.
- Non Invasive
- Genetic conditions such as aneuploidies, microdeletions and monogenic diseases can be detected early on in the pregnancy.Abnormalities Detected Early
- Providing 99% accuracy in VERAgene results.High Accuracy
- VERAgene is designed to offer peace of mind to expectant parents who have children with existing genetic conditions.Peace of Mind
- Early Diagnosis
- Early detection can provide expectant parents time to explore all of their options regarding the detected condition.
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Preparing For Your NIPT VERAGene 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 VERAGene Blood Test
At Ultrasound Care, we aim to make every appointment calm and welcoming. NIPT VERAGene 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.
