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Performance Characteristics

Availability

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  • Entire test performed in-house

Analytical Validity

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This test is evaluated for analytical validity using an established validation process utilizing abnormal and normal specimens as per CAP, ACMG, and CLIA guidelines. For standard postnatal constitutional karyotype analysis 20 cells are counted, 5 cells analyzed, and 3 cells are karyotyped. In cases where mosaicism is suspected, additional cells are counted as indicated.

http://www.acmg.net/StaticContent/SGs/Section_E_2011.pdf

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Assay Limitation(s)

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A limitation of this test is that the structural abnormalities must be large enough to be visible under the microscope. The resolution of this technology – the minimum size of a missing or extra chromosome piece that can be visualized – is approximately 5-10 megabases (Mb).

Proficiency Testing (PT)

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Yes
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Formal PT program
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American College of Medical Genetics / College of American Pathologists, ACMG/CAP

FDA Regulatory Clearances of the Test

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FDA Category Designation
FDA exercises enforcement discretion

Practice guidelines

  • NSGC, 2021
    National Society of Genetic Counselors Position Statement: Prenatal Cell-Free DNA Screening

Consumer resources

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