Which prenatal screening approach should I choose?

3979 moms shared how they navigated this decisionRight on time for 🤰 1st-trimester

3 approaches by moms

NIPT45% moms chose this path
A simple maternal blood test screening for chromosomal abnormalities and fetal gender.
Suits Moms who want the highest accuracy for Down syndrome screening and early gender reveal. You just give a blood sample at your private clinic, and results take about two weeks.
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Liyana J.. · First-time mom · 14 weeks pregnant
Did the Harmony test at my private gynae since I'm over 35. Cost a bomb but the peace of mind was totally worth it.
OSCAR Screening30% moms chose this path
Combining an ultrasound and blood test to estimate chromosomal abnormality risks.
Suits Moms looking for a reliable but more affordable screening option than NIPT. The doctor measures the baby's neck fluid via ultrasound and combines it with your blood test results.
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Carmen W.. · Experienced mom · 16 weeks pregnant
Opted for OSCAR at Columbia Asia because NIPT was too pricey. The NT scan was clear, and we got our low-risk results within days.
KK Routine15% moms chose this path
Standard government clinic checkups including basic ultrasounds without specialised genetic blood tests.
Suits Moms who prefer the free government healthcare route and have no high-risk factors. You attend regular Klinik Kesihatan appointments where nurses monitor your basic health and fetal growth.
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Nabilah R.. · Working mom · 20 weeks pregnant
Just stuck to my regular KK appointments for the pink book. The nurses are strict but thorough, though you don't get detailed genetic screening.

Expert guidance

First-trimester prenatal screening checks for chromosomal conditions like Down syndrome early in pregnancy. NIPT offers high accuracy via a blood test, while OSCAR provides a more affordable estimate with an ultrasound and blood test. What matters most is choosing the certainty level that fits your budget, as both are optional tests done from 11 weeks.

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Parenting decisions are personal, and every child is different. The information shared here includes real experiences from moms and guidance from expert and public sources, but should not replace professional medical or healthcare advice.

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