METHOD OF FETAL CELL ENRICHMENT

摘要

The present invention provides a method of enriching fetal cells in a maternal blood sample wherein cells which are CD34<SUP>+</SUP> and capable of adhering to a solid support are selected, an analysable sample of fetal cells obtainable by the methods of the invention and a kit for use in the methods of the invention. There is also provided a method of fetal gender determination and a method of diagnosing a fetal genetic abnormality.