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Pregnancy: Should I Have CVS (Chorionic Villus Sampling)?

You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are so that you can talk to your doctor about them.

Pregnancy: Should I Have CVS (Chorionic Villus Sampling)?

Here's a record of your answers. You can use it to talk with your doctor or loved ones about your decision.

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Your options

  • Have CVS (chorionic villus sampling).
  • Don't have CVS.

Key points to remember

  • CVS is done in the first trimester. If the test shows a serious health problem, you have more time to decide whether you want to continue your pregnancy or make plans to care for a sick child.
  • CVS isn't a routine test. But your doctor may recommend it if your chances of having a baby with a genetic condition or birth defect are higher than average.
  • Even though CVS can find certain problems, it can't guarantee that your baby will be born healthy. No test can do that.
  • CVS has some risks, including a small chance of causing a miscarriage.

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Current as of: April 30, 2024

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

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