Optional Prenatal Screening Tests
Prenatal screening tests can provide valuable insights into your baby's development and help identify potential concerns early. At McFarland Clinic, we offer a variety of optional tests tailored to meet your needs and preferences.
Carrier Screening
A carrier screen blood test to check for cystic fibrosis, SMA muscular dystrophy, and Fragile X chromosome.
Timing
Any time after 9 weeks.
Cost / CPT Codes
Horizon by Natera. Expected max out of pocket is $99. Call 515-771-8598 for specific price.
Inheritest by LabCorp. Expected max out of pocket cost is $349. Call Integrated Genetics 844-799-3243 for specific price.
Results
1 week.
First Trimester Screen
An Ultrasound and blood test screen for Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21) and Trisomy 18. This is done at MercyOne Perinatal Center in Des Moines.
Timing
11-12 weeks
Cost / CPT Codes
$359 with codes 76801, 76813, 36415
Results
1-2 weeks
Iowa Integrated Maternal Screen Test
This is a 2 part screen: A dating ultrasound and blood test in the first trimester, and a second blood test in the second trimester. This screens for Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21), Trisomy 18, and open neural tube defects.
Timing
First trimester test is between 10 weeks 3 days and 13 weeks 6 days. Second trimester test is done after 15 weeks.
Cost / CPT Codes
Ultrasound is $340-350 with 76817 (Vaginal) or 76801 (Abdomen). Blood test is $300 with codes 84702, 86336, 82105, 82677, 84163.
Results
You do not get results until after the second trimest blood test. Results take one week.
Cell Free DNA Tests
This is a blood test for Trisomy 13, Trisomy 18, and Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome). This can also test for Tuner and Klinefelter Syndrome. You may also learn your baby's gender if desired.
Timing
Anytime after 9 weeks
Cost / CPT Codes
Panorama by Natera. Expected max out of pocket is $99. Call 515-771-8598
MaterniT21 by LapCorp. Expected max out of packet cost is $299. Call Integrated Genetics 844-799-3243
CPT Code for both 81420
Results
One week
Quad Screen
This is a blood test for Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21), Trisomy 18, and open neural tube defects.
Timing
15-20 weeks
Cost / CPT Codes
$244 with codes 82105, 82677, 84702, 86336
Results
One week
AFP Only/NTD Screen
This is a blood test to screen for open neural tube defects (NTD Screen).
Timing
15 weeks 0 - 20 weeks 6 days
Cost / CPT Codes
$75 with code 82105
Results
One week
