A non-invasive prenatal paternity test checks paternity during pregnancy using a blood sample from the mother and a DNA sample from the potential father. It does not require entry into the womb. It is designed to be safe, accurate, and clinically straightforward.
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What is a Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity Test?
Use NIPP to determine the biological father of an unborn child without invasive procedures. Collect the mother’s blood sample. Collect the alleged father’s cheek swab. Send both to the laboratory.
The term non-invasive means the procedure does not disturb the pregnancy. It avoids the miscarriage risk linked with procedures such as amniocentesis or CVS.
How does the science work?
The test relies on cell-free fetal DNA (cfDNA). This is fetal DNA that circulates in the mother’s bloodstream during pregnancy. Our laboratory isolates that DNA from the mother’s blood sample and compares it with the DNA profile of the tested man.
Use Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) to read and compare the DNA accurately. Analyse thousands of Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs), which are small genetic differences between individuals. Match the fetal markers that do not come from the mother to the alleged father. If they align, the probability of paternity is typically 99.9% or higher. If they do not, the result is 0%.
How early can the test be performed?
Wait until the mother is at least 7 weeks pregnant. This helps ensure there is enough fetal DNA in the blood sample for a conclusive result. Testing too early can reduce the fetal fraction and delay reporting.
Why choose this method?
Choose NIPP because it offers:
- No invasive sampling
- High accuracy
- Testing from 7 weeks
- Clear, laboratory-based analysis
Use a trusted provider. Ask questions. Confirm timing before collecting the sample.
What should you remember from Part 1?
Remember these points:
- cfDNA in the mother’s blood makes testing possible.
- The method is non-invasive.
- Accuracy can reach 99.9%+.
- Testing is usually available from 7 weeks.
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