Prenatal test talk under the microscope: can we do better?

NCT ID NCT03420274

First seen Mar 03, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study observed how doctors discuss noninvasive prenatal testing (NIPT) with pregnant women during their first prenatal visit. The goal was to understand current practices and find ways to help women make informed decisions about whether to use this screening test. Over 600 pregnant women participated, and researchers measured how well doctors shared decision-making and whether women felt they made an informed choice.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cleveland Clinic

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44195, United States

  • MetroHealth Medical Center

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44109, United States

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