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How safe is it to get a dna on a baby before its born? and how far along do you need to be? how is it done?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Amniocentesis: The procedure to do DNA testing during pregnancy is called an amniocentesis. A needle is placed through the skin into the uterus where amniotic fluid can be sampled. This is a safe procedure but not risk free. It is typically reserved for suspected genetic abnormalities. It is not typically done for paternity testing.

Answered 4/26/2016

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