SneakPeek Clinical Early DNA Test

FAQs

Russell Clinic have been working with Gateway Genomics to make the SneakPeek process as easy as possible.

What happens at my appointment?

Patients can book in any time from 6 weeks pregnant.

Your appointment will consist of a quick chat with our Practice Manager Claudia or one of our friendly RNs to go over your paperwork and answer any questions you might have.

From there, you will see one of our RNs to have a simple blood draw.

How is my sample sent?

Once your blood has been taken, Russell Clinic will post your sample to the Australian SneakPeek office in NSW via Australia Post. From there, your sample will be shipped to California for testing.

When will I receive my results?

Once your sample is received by Gateway Genomics in the US, it is processed the same day. From the day of your test you can expect your results within 4-6 business days.

Please note, since COVID-19 there have been postage delays. This may effect the turnaround time of your results.

How will I receive my results?

During your appointment at Russell Clinic, you will nominate an email address for your results to be sent to. This can be yours or a friend/ family member if you are planning a surprise.

How much does SneakPeek cost?

The SneakPeek service costs $178.65 and is payable to Russell Clinic on the day of your appointment. There is no rebate for this service.

I’ve previously had a boy. Will that skew my results?

Clinical studies have shown that fetal DNA clears from mum’s bloodstream between a few hours to 2 days after birth.

I’m having twins. Can SneakPeek determine fetal sex for each one?

In the case of identical twins, if male DNA is found, then both babies are boys. If no male DNA is found, then both babies are girls. For fraternal twins (or more!), finding male DNA will confirm at least one baby is a boy, but cannot distinguish if the second is a boy or girl.

Do hormone disorders such as PCOS affect my results?

SneakPeek is a DNA-based test, so hormones do not impact results.

Do blood thinners affect my results?

SneakPeek looks only for the presence of Y chromosomes and is extremely sensitive and accurate. No blood thinners or other drugs are known to impact SneakPeek gender results.

Is this test safe?

SneakPeek Clinical is a non-invasive prenatal test (NIPT), and it’s safe for both mum and baby.

Are results guaranteed?

SneakPeek Clinical is the most accurate early gender test on the market with 99.9% accuracy. If your test results are incorrect, you’ll receive a full refund or a free retest.

How is my privacy protected?

We know your DNA information is personal. To protect your privacy:

1. SneakPeek tests only for baby’s gender. No data is gathered about disease states or other health-related information.

2. After the test is run, your DNA sample is disposed of by a professional chemical management company in compliance with federal standards.

3. SneakPeek never shares your results with anyone other than Russell Clinic and the email address you provide.

Where can I learn more? Visit www.sneakpeektest.com/aus