percept NIPT

Helping you make informed choices
about your pregnancy

percept is a non-invasive prenatal test (NIPT) that estimates the chance your pregnancy
may have a chromosome condition, such as Down syndrome

5 things to know about percept NIPT

percept NIPT is a screening test that can tell you the chance your pregnancy may have a chromosome condition.
percept NIPT gives high chance or low chance results. Most women/couples receive a low chance result.
Some women/couples receive high chance results. Further testing will be offered to clarify the result. This is because a high chance result does not mean the baby definitely has the condition.
percept NIPT does not identify all genetic or chromosome conditions.
All women/couples receiving high chance results have access to genetic counselling through VCGS.

percept NIPT looks at a wider range of chromosome conditions

Suitable for all women, regardless of age.

Time
3-5 working days from when the laboratory receives your sample
Cost
$449 (AUD)
Sample Collected Time
Sample collected after 10 weeks in pregnancy
Chromosomes
Looks for conditions across all 23 chromosome pairs

Is percept NIPT right for me?

Like all prenatal screening tests, NIPT is optional. Some women/couples want this information during their pregnancies.
Others do not. It is a personal choice.

Here are some points to help you think about your feelings and views on this test. It may help to discuss these with your
partner (or doctor) before having screening.

Step 1
Talk to your doctor about percept NIPT.
If appropriate, they will complete a test request form.
Download a test request form to take to your doctor >
Step 2
Have your blood taken after 10 weeks.
You can find a blood collection site near you >
Step 3
Most results will be available from your doctor within 3-5 working days from the time the lab receives your sample.
VCGS cannot give test results to you directly.