Attitudes, awareness and experience of Italian women undergoing non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT): a nationwide cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Despite the increasing availability of non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT), women's experiences and motivations remain largely unknown. The use of NIPT is increasing in Italy; however, its organisation and access paths vary considerably. Women may undergo testing in either public or private facilities, where differences in pretest information, testing procedures and result communication may influence their experience. This study aims to investigate the attitudes, awareness and experiences of Italian women undergoing NIPT.

Design

A cross-sectional anonymous online survey was conducted via social media in the period March-August 2023.

Setting

This nationwide study was conducted in Italy.

Participants

Women over 18 years old who had undergone NIPT were

SUBMITTER: Godino L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12625875 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature