Sampling & Studies in OnG.

Chromosome studies

• take blood from both parent.

Tissue Karyotype

• Malaysia send sample to Singapore, Australia.
• In KL, only blood sample is sent for karyotyping
• result late, months..

Chorionic Villus Sampling.

• Not in Malaysia.
• Usually send to Singapore

Amniocentesis

• government : no
• private lab: yes

Chordocentesis

• Available in Malaysia
• sample taken after > 26 weeks