As with amniocentesis, obstetricians may suggest using CVS, short for chorionic villus sampling, to detect genetic disorders such as Down Syndrome. In CVS, specialists perform an ultrasound to ...

With most couples opting for a single child only, in such a case, Prenatal genetic testing can be a crucial tool for ...

AIIMS director Prof. Ajai Singh said, “Completing the first Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS0 at AIIMS Bhopal is an important step towards advancement in fetal medicine services at our institution.

Amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling (CVS) involve placing a needle into your uterus. These tests do carry risks such as: Prenatal tests, such as ultrasound and blood tests, offer ...

Chorionic villus sampling (CVS) is a newer and slightly more risky alternative to amniocentesis that is performed earlier in the course of development, between 10 and 12 weeks of pregnancy.