Prenatal testing

Prenatal tests NFZ Lublin

FMF research - NFZ

We run a Prenatal Testing Program according to the FMF standard under the contract of the National Health Fund. Non-invasive examinations are performed free of charge - ultrasound in combination with biochemical tests. In case of indications due to specific risks, there is a possibility of invasive diagnostics (amniocentesis with genetic testing of the fluid and genetic counseling).

The tests can be performed on women between the 11th and 14th weeks of pregnancy and between the 18th and 22nd (+6 days) weeks of pregnancy who have a referral.

  • The patient must have a referral from a gynecologist. Referrals from a private gynecologist's office are also honored.
  • With the result, that is, the analysis of the risk of genetic defects, the patient should go to the doctor in charge of the pregnancy.

In the first trimester of pregnancy:

  • Prenatal ultrasound 11-14 weeks of pregnancy.
  • Dual test (PAPP-A, beta-hCG)

 

Preparation:

The test is recommended to be performed between 12 and 13 weeks of pregnancy.

The survey consists of two stages:

  • Ultrasound - one hour before the test, do not empty the bladder,
  • PAPP-A test - a blood test for which you do not need to be fasting

Please report to registration 20 minutes beforehand with:

  • identity card
  • original referral or 4-digit e-referral access code,

In the second trimester of pregnancy:

Prenatal ultrasound 18-22 (+6 days) weeks of pregnancy.

 

Preparation:

The test is recommended to be performed between 20 and 22 weeks of pregnancy.

The test involves an ultrasound of pregnancy, for which you must have an empty bladder.

Please report to registration 20 minutes beforehand with:

  • identity card
  • original referral or 4-digit e-referral access code*

*applies only to Patients who have not had a first trimester pregnancy examination at CM LUXMED under the National Health Fund.

The test can be performed only at a strictly defined stage of pregnancy.

Use a calculator to determine the optimal week of pregnancy for the test.

If you register for the test during the wrong period of pregnancy, the test will not be able to be performed.