Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) on pregnant women to detect the risk of a fetus having rare genetic abnormalities may often be wrong, according to recent reports. These tests, according to ...

Pregnancy is a time of great anticipation—and, sometimes, anxiety. You might worry that your baby will have health problems. While most babies are born healthy, it's important to understand your ...

Molecular diagnostics firm BillionToOne raised $314 million in the DNA test maker’s upsized initial public offering but saw ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning women about a screening commonly performed during pregnancy. Non-invasive prenatal screening tests carry a risk of false results, the FDA said in a ...

The tests look for genetic abnormalities in a fetus, according to the FDA. Common prenatal tests done to test for genetic abnormalities are the subject of a new warning from the U.S. Food and Drug ...

After a prenatal test revealed that she had cancer, Dr. Sara Teichholtz (shown here with her 4-year-old son) was treated at MSK for cholangiocarcinoma. Nearly three years later, she has no evidence of ...

Sickle cell anemia is a rare blood disorder passed down in families. Doctors can test for the trait that causes it before, during, or soon after birth. Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is an inherited blood ...

At-home pregnancy tests are up to 99% accurate and can save you costly trips to the doctor if you’re in the process of conceiving. These discreet products test for the presence of the pregnancy ...

Netmums' Tuesday Williamson wanted peace of mind in her pregnancy, so she booked an NIPT test at the Harley Street Ultrasound ...