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It is a prenatal test that can detect genetic and chromosomal abnormalities of an unborn baby
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How long has chorionic villus biopsy been used?
Chorionic villus biopsy has been in use since the 1980s
What is chorionic villus biopsy also called?
It is also known as Chorionic villus sampling
What is Chorionic villus sampling also called?
It is also known as chorionic villus biopsy
Who should chorionic villus biopsy not be done on?
Chorionic villus biopsy is not recommended for women who have vaginal bleeding or spotting during the pregnancy
What does Chorionic villus biopsy cost?
Chorionic villus biopsy costs between $1,200 and $1,800. Insurance coverage for this test may vary
Who is chorionic villus biopsy done on?
An unborn baby
How long is chorionic villus biopsy?
It takes only about five minutes
What can chorionic villus biopsy find?
Analysis of the cells from the chorionic villus enables the detection of over 200 diseases and disorders such as Down Syndrome, Tay-Sachs disease, and cystic fibrosis
How long has Chorionic villus sampling been used?
Chorionic villus sampling has been in use since the 1980s
When should Chorionic villus sampling be done?
Chorionic villus sampling is best performed between 10 and 12 weeks of pregnancy
Who should Chorionic villus sampling not be done on?
Chorionic villus sampling is not recommended for women who have vaginal bleeding or spotting during the pregnancy
What out-patient procedures can be helped by using a pelvic ultrasound?
Doctors may use ultrasound to guide the biopsy needle during amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.
