ABSTRACT
Many women still believe that the whole purpose behind screening for aneuploidy is that a couple can terminate a pregnancy prior to viability. While it is true that couples faced with the reality of an aneuploid pregnancy may opt for termination, the purpose of prenatal diagnosis and screening is to provide information. If an abnormality is found, depending on the specifics, couples can be provided with specific information regarding their situation. When a couple decides to carry an abnormal pregnancy to term, the antenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care can be performed under more ideal circumstances, hopefully altering the outcome. Also, one can not underestimate the effect that preparation can have for the individuals involved.
