The Pengency Gender Determination Test is a specific type of DNA test designed to ascertain the biological sex of a fetus through genetic analysis.
Key Features:
- Purpose: To identify the sex of a fetus as early as possible during pregnancy.
- Method: The test analyzes fetal DNA present in the mother’s bloodstream, looking for the presence of Y chromosomes, which indicate a male fetus (XY), while the absence of Y chromosomes suggests a female fetus (XX).
- Timing: Typically performed as early as the 10th week of pregnancy, providing timely information for expecting parents.
- Applications: Used for family planning, managing pregnancy health, and in some cases, cultural preferences regarding gender.