Genome-wide NIPT
The standard NIPT plus every other whole-chromosome change and the larger deletions and duplications, from the same blood sample.
What it measures
Who it's for
Pregnant from 10 weeks and wanting the broadest cell-free DNA screen available, including rare chromosome changes and microdeletion syndromes. Adults aged 18 and over.
What you'll learn, and what you won't
Genome-wide NIPT reports the same three common trisomies as standard NIPT and adds the rare autosomal trisomies and large copy-number changes. Those extra findings are individually uncommon, and a high-chance result for one of them has a lower positive predictive value than for trisomy 21, which is why every high-chance result is explained by a doctor and a genetic counsellor and confirmed with diagnostic testing before any decision.
A genetic test is one input to a doctor's assessment, not a diagnosis on its own. If anything needs prompt attention a doctor contacts you directly.
How it works
- Order online. Either use the request your own doctor has signed, or a KnowLuna women's health doctor reviews your details and requests the test.
- Collect the way that suits you: at a centre near you, with a home kit, or a nurse visit (options below). From 10 weeks of pregnancy. No fasting. Singleton, twin and IVF pregnancies.
- Results are ready about 7 to 10 business days from collection, explained in your account, with a doctor to talk them through and a genetic counsellor where a result calls for it.
Choose how you collect
Every option is the same accredited test and the same report. Pick what suits you at checkout; the fee, if any, is added to either pathway price.
A quick draw at an accredited pathology collection centre near you. Usually under ten minutes. Included.
A registered nurse comes to your home or workplace for a standard blood draw. Metro areas of capital cities; other locations on request.
Common questions
Is genome-wide better than standard NIPT?
It sees more, and most of what it adds is rare. For most pregnancies standard NIPT answers the question that matters. Genome-wide suits women who want the broadest screen, or where a scan finding or family history makes the rarer conditions relevant. A doctor helps you choose.
What is the chance of a no-result?
A small percentage of samples do not contain enough placental DNA, more often early in pregnancy or at higher body weight. We repeat the collection at no charge, and our result guarantee applies.
Does it screen for single-gene conditions?
No. Chromosome changes only. Single-gene conditions such as achondroplasia are screened by the separate single-gene NIPT.
Then decide.