Impact of cell-free DNA screening on parental knowledge of fetal sex and disorders of sex development.

Laurel SoferAnthony D'OroIlina RosoklijaElizabeth A LeethAllison L GoetschScott MosesDiane ChenCourtney FinlaysonEmilie K Johnson

Published in: Prenatal diagnosis (2020)

Fetal sex determination is favored, and cfDNA is frequently used for predicting fetal chromosomal sex. Many parents are unaware of possible discrepancies between cfDNA and ultrasound, and potential for DSD. Most would be distressed by discordant results. Accurate counseling regarding limitations cfDNA for fetal sex determination is needed.

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