Hi there,

I will post my feedback even though this thread is a bit old...

I had a CVS done (2009) at 11 weeks at Ashford Specialist Centre in SA- they were great, very caring, and explained everything well. They were the only place recommended by my obs too. The actual procedure was not too bad (and I often faint while having blood tests!!!), it was just a bit uncomfortable, only lasted 5 mins or so I think. The worst thing for me was the stress of possibly causing a miscariage and what we would do if the results were not ideal.

I got a referral from my Obs for the CVS and she referred me to the Dr that she had used herself when she had a CVS while she was pregnant. I would say in my opinion for this sort of test it is worth spending more $$ to get a more experienced specialist perform this sort of test as I imagine that inexperience of the Dr increases the chance of miscarriage.

Cheers,
SJM