A miscarriage is devastating. It can be traumatic and leave you wondering why. But not everything needs to remain a mystery. About half of first-trimester miscarriages are caused by chromosomal abnormalities. This occurs by changes in the number and structure of the chromosomes in the embryo. While a chance of recurrence is low, there are some that can significantly increase the risk of recurrence. The POC test helps determine if the miscarriage was due to a chromosomal abnormality. This information is beneficial to you and your health care provider going forward and can assist in treatment and planning options for the next pregnancy.
Product of Conception (POC) is placental and/or foetal tissue that remains in the uterus after a spontaneous pregnancy loss (miscarriage), planned pregnancy termination, or preterm/term delivery.
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Who's it for?
Any woman who has had numerous miscarriages, where the cause has not been identified.
When is it done?
Products of conception (POC) testing is performed following a miscarriage. A healthcare provider collects a tissue sample from the uterus, which is then sent to FutureGen Labs for analysis. The laboratory assesses the sample for chromosomal abnormalities that may have contributed to the pregnancy loss. A detailed report is provided to the healthcare provider, who will discuss the findings with the patient, including possible causes, recurrence risk, follow-up care, and reproductive options. Genetic counselling and additional support may be recommended based on the results.