CVS (chorionic villus sampling) test

[I<3MedHelp]

At what age should one get CVS (chorionic villus sampling) test done?

I was told this type of genetic testing was not necessary until age of 37. Is that right?

[Jibs1]

I had the CVS due to family history, and we just wanted to be prepared early on if there were any complications.

[Jibs1]

If there's no family history or other high-risk reason, they usually don't recommend having a CVS test done.  I had one done at 10 weeks when I was in my mid-30's and delivered a healthy baby girl.  From what I understand, it's very important to use only a doctor who's performed many CVS tests.  The statistics can be scary .. but from what I recall (this was 16 yrs ago), the negative talk is due to inexperienced doctors performing this test.  

I've had Amnio, too.  A CVS isn't bad at all.

Good Luck!

J!