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Can a game replace genetic counseling for prenatal screening?

NCT ID NCT05360095

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Erin Rothwell Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a web-based game can effectively educate pregnant people about prenatal genetic screening, compared to standard one-on-one genetic counseling. Over 2,000 English-speaking adults who were less than 15 weeks pregnant participated. The goal was to see if the game could improve knowledge and help with decision-making, especially for those in rural areas with limited access to counselors.

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Active substance
Meaning of Screening game (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If successful, this game could provide a scalable, accessible way to educate pregnant people about prenatal screening, especially in areas with limited genetic counselors.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study comparing two educational methods, not a treatment trial. The game may not be as effective as in-person counseling for all participants.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

2,045 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2023

Finished

Jan 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * adult * English-speaking people who are attending their first or second OB clinic visit including rural referral centers * less than 15 weeks pregnant. * Partner of the pregnant person who speaks English and is an adult * Able to complete study tasks on a computer or smartphone from home Exclusion Criteria: * already had prenatal screening from this or previous pregnancies, * have obstetric or family history of chromosomal abnormalities, or genetic high-risk pregnancy and have already met with a genetic counseling about prenatal screening

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Genetic counseling Genetic testing Pregnancy Prenatal disorder Shared decision making

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Alabama

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35233, United States

  • University of North Carolina

    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States

  • University of Utah

    Salt Lake City, Utah, 84112, United States

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