Prenatal Diagnosis: Definitive Answers, Coordinated Care

Prenatal diagnosis uses diagnostic procedures to give a definitive answer when a screening suggests an increased chance of a chromosomal condition. At our practice this includes chorionic villus sampling (CVS), offered at 11 to 13 weeks 6 days, and amniocentesis, offered beyond 15 weeks. When a finding calls for specialized treatment, we coordinate referrals, including to fetal surgeons, and stay involved in your care.

When you need more than an estimate

Screening tests are excellent at flagging when something deserves a closer look. But sometimes you need a definitive answer, not a probability. That’s what prenatal diagnosis provides, and having that clarity is often what allows the right plan to take shape.

The procedures we offer

Two diagnostic procedures fall under prenatal diagnosis at our practice, each suited to a different point in pregnancy:

  • Chorionic villus sampling (CVS): offered at 11 to 13 weeks 6 days
  • Amniocentesis: offered beyond 15 weeks

Why patients are referred to us

The most common reason for a prenatal diagnosis referral is chromosome analysis when a screening, such as an ultrasound finding or NIPT, suggests an increased chance of a chromosomal condition.

How we guide families through difficult or uncertain news

This is where coordinated, specialized care matters most. When a finding can be clarified by a diagnostic test, we offer that test right here at our own center. And when a finding calls for specialized treatment, such as certain conditions that can be addressed before birth through fetal therapy, we refer you to a fetal surgeon and stay involved, collaborating on your care rather than handing it off. You are never sent off on your own to figure out the next step.

Support that extends beyond diagnosis

Depending on the diagnosis, we connect families with support resources across Miami, both during the pregnancy and for post-delivery care. The goal is that you always know where to turn next.

Together, every step

A difficult or uncertain diagnosis is one of the hardest moments a family can face. With definitive answers, coordinated specialists, and local support, it’s something we navigate together.

FAQs

Chorionic villus sampling (CVS), offered at 11 to 13 weeks 6 days, and amniocentesis, offered beyond 15 weeks.

Both provide diagnostic answers about chromosomal conditions, but they’re performed at different points in pregnancy. CVS is done earlier (11 to 13 weeks 6 days) and amniocentesis later (beyond 15 weeks). Your specialist will recommend the option that fits your timing and situation.

Most often for chromosome analysis when a screening, such as an ultrasound finding or NIPT, suggests an increased chance of a chromosomal condition.

When a finding calls for specialized treatment, such as fetal therapy for certain conditions, we refer to a fetal surgeon and stay involved, collaborating on your care. We also connect families with support resources across Miami.

Patient Feedback

“Best of the best. So happy i had these two doctors to guide me through the last trimester of my pregnancy; their techs and office staff were absolutely wonderful as well, truly made my pregnancy all the better.”

Carolina O.

“Just amazing! Felt confident with both Dr. De La Torre and Dr. Quintero. I would recommend both Doctors to anyone. Office Administration very organized and welcoming! Thank you for helping me through my twin pregnancy!”

Jennifer A.

“Saw them with my first pregnancy in hospital and they were great. When I got pregnant with my 2nd son 2 years later needed to be followed by a high risk dr and saw them again and they remembered me. Very compassionate and knowledgeable. If I decide to have a 3rd will definitely see them again. Great office staff too.”

Judy C.