Prenatal Screening & Options
Screening tests are used to identify the chance of a baby having a chromosomal condition such as Down syndrome. They do not provide a definitive diagnosis. Where a high chance result is returned on a screening test, a diagnostic test should be offered.
Prenatal Screening & Options Resources
Prenatal Screening Support
Prenatal support and information can be accessed via the Down Syndrome Queensland online self-referral options – there is the ability for both prospective parents to self-refer and for Health care professionals to make a referral.
Fact Sheets
Fact Sheets
Prenatal Testing Fact Sheet
Down Syndrome Australia respects the right of families to make decisions appropriate to their own particular beliefs and circumstances. This information was prepared to provide you with some basic information as a starting point as well as links to other resources and support to help you make informed decisions about prenatal testing.
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Fact Sheets
NIPT Fact Sheet
This fact sheet, ‘NIPT and prenatal screening: Understanding fact and fiction’ uses a frequently-asked-questions format.
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Fact Sheets
Tips for GPs on prenatal Screening
This resource offers advice for GPs on prenatal screening and talking to parents about Down syndrome.
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Fact Sheets
Prenatal Screening and Testing brochure – Genetic Health Queensland
This patient brochure explains the range of screening and diagnostic testing that pregnant women may be offered.
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