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Treatment/Procedure: Chorionic Villus Sampling

Also called: CVS; Chorionic Villus Biopsy; Transabdominal CVS; Transcervical CVS

Chorionic villus sampling (CVS), also called a chorionic villus biopsy, is a test for genetic problems in unborn babies. Similar to amniocentesis, a provider takes a small sample to be tested. However, while amniocentesis uses fluid from the amniotic sac, CVS uses tissue from the placenta.

CVS is normally performed between the 10th and 12th weeks of pregnancy. CVS does not give the same information as amniocentesis, specifically, it does not identify neural tube defects, such as spina bifida.

There are two types of CVS procedures — Transcervical CVS is when the provider inserts a catheter through the cervix to obtain the sample. The other type is transabdominal. In a transabdominal CVS, a needle is inserted through the abdomen and uterus into the placenta to obtain the sample.

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Conditions Related to Chorionic Villus Sampling

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Down Syndrome
  • High-Risk Pregnancy

Providers Performing or Prescribing Chorionic Villus Sampling

Note that every provider listed below may not perform or prescribe Chorionic Villus Sampling for all conditions related to it. Review each provider for availability.

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Shannon N. Barringer, CGC Genetic Counselor

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Locations Providing Chorionic Villus Sampling

Note that Chorionic Villus Sampling may not be performed at every location listed below. The list may include locations where the treatment plan is developed during and after a patient visit.

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Women's Center

Women’s Center

6119 Midtown Ave.
Midtown Medical Park
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-526-1050
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Areas of Expertise for Chorionic Villus Sampling

Mother and child at UAMS

Obstetrics (Part of Women's Health)

For decades, women have come to UAMS Health for complete pregnancy care. We've cared for generations of Arkansans and we are here for you and your baby.

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Women’s Health

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