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Chorionic villus sampling (CVS) is a prenatal test performed to detect chromosomal abnormalities and genetic disorders in the fetus during pregnancy. At Rainbow Children's Hospital in Vizag, comprehensive prenatal care includes CVS as a specialized diagnostic procedure for expecting mothers.
CVS involves extracting a small tissue sample from the placenta to analyze the fetal chromosomes. This procedure is typically recommended between 10 to 13 weeks of pregnancy. Rainbow Children's Hospital offers this procedure under the guidance of skilled specialists and advanced imaging technology to ensure accuracy and safety.
The procedure is usually performed by inserting a thin needle or a small tube through the cervix or with a needle inserted through the abdominal wall. The doctor uses ultrasound guidance to ensure precision while collecting the tissue sample from the placenta. Once obtained, the tissue sample is sent to the laboratory for genetic analysis.
The results from CVS provide valuable information about the baby's genetic health, detecting conditions such as Down syndrome, cystic fibrosis, or other chromosomal abnormalities. Rainbow Children's Hospital ensures that expecting mothers receive comprehensive counseling before and after the procedure to understand the risks, benefits, and implications of the test results.
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The procedure may cause slight discomfort, but it's generally not very painful. Local anesthesia might be used to minimize discomfort.