Description

The Sonic ProXY Fetal Sex Test is a non-invasive prenatal test (NIPT) that helps determine the sex of a fetus by analyzing a blood sample from the mother. The test works by detecting the presence of Y-chromosome DNA in the mother's blood, which indicates the fetus is male. If the Y-chromosome DNA is not detected, the fetus is female.

This test acts as a "proxy" for the baby's sex by identifying male DNA circulating in the mother's bloodstream, allowing early identification of the fetus's gender without needing an ultrasound.

Why Get This Test?

  • Early Determination: You can know the sex of your baby as early as 8 weeks of pregnancy, far earlier than traditional ultrasound methods, which typically detect fetal sex between 18-20 weeks.
  • Non-Invasive: Unlike invasive procedures such as amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling (CVS), the Proxy Fetal Sex Test only requires a blood sample from the mother, making it safer for both the mother and the baby.
  • High Accuracy: The test uses PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) technology, which is highly accurate for detecting Y-chromosome DNA in the mother's bloodstream, offering reliable results.

Test Details:

  • Fasting: Not required
  • Gestational Age: Can be performed as early as 8 weeks of pregnancy.
  • Technology: PCR technology is used for detecting male DNA (Y-chromosome DNA) circulating in the mother’s blood.
  • Purpose: To determine the fetus's sex by identifying male DNA, providing early gender confirmation.

This test offers an easy and early way to determine your baby's sex with minimal risk, all from a simple blood draw.