Sapporo Clinic

Although I was a bit nervous, the reception staff and nurses were very kind and gave a bright impression, so I was able to undergo NIPT with peace of mind. I was guided to a private room, and while hydrating with mineral water, I received an explanation. There were various plans available for NIPT, and although I was a bit confused, I was able to decide on the plan again by watching a video on a tablet on the day of the appointment. I talked directly with the doctor and confirmed the final plan. I had concerns and things I wanted to ask, but since the nurses had a gentle demeanor, I found it easy to ask questions, and they explained everything thoroughly, which alleviated my anxiety. The blood draw was done very skillfully with minimal pain. I thought the test would take about an hour, but it was completed in about 30 minutes. The results were notified five days after the blood draw. Although there are various anxieties during pregnancy, I think it was good to be able to eliminate concerns about chromosomal abnormalities early, so I am glad I took the test.

There are clinics nationwide, and since there was a lot of information available on the internet, I decided to undergo prenatal testing here. Upon arriving at the clinic, my first impression was that it was clean and the entire floor had a bright image. The color scheme of the chairs was red, and the interior was simple, but it felt clean. The reception staff also greeted me with smiles throughout, which reassured me. I was quickly shown to a private room, and I was given a PET bottle of water, which I appreciated as a gesture of consideration for pregnant women. While drinking this, I watched an explanation video on a tablet. After that, there was a remote explanation from the doctor. The doctor was also smiling and had a good demeanor. I chose the affordable 90,000 yen course and mutual aid option. Although the needle for the blood draw was thicker than usual, I didn’t feel much pain, and the nurse was skilled. The process was very smooth and completed in about 45 minutes! I thought it would take longer, but it finished quickly, which was helpful. Thank you very much!

The access from Sapporo Station was good, and I was able to get there without getting lost. The clinic inside was clean, and the nurses were attentive and made me feel relaxed. I first watched a video about NIPT and then had a remote consultation with the doctor. During that time, I could discuss any questions or concerns and the details of the plans. The doctor who attended to me was very calm, and I was able to listen to the explanation in a relaxed manner. The nurses also paid attention to details, such as ensuring the room was not too hot, and they chatted lightly during the blood draw, showing constant consideration. I was told the results would be notified within five days, but I received them on the evening of the third day. Additionally, it was good to be able to check the progress of the test from My Page. I had the test done to alleviate anxiety, and I think it was good that I took it.

I had been concerned about NIPT before getting pregnant, but since it is a private service, it is expensive and I heard that follow-up support is sparse at non-accredited facilities, so I was hesitant. Among these, Hiro Clinic stood out because: ① it has a nationwide network, ② there are various testing plans that allow you to choose according to your budget and items you want to check, and ③ if the result is positive, you can receive amniocentesis coverage if you join the mutual aid association. I decided to undergo NIPT. I made an appointment on the same day and came to the clinic smoothly without hesitation. It is a small clinic inside a building, and although the doctor’s demeanor was not very friendly, the nurses’ responses were good, and the blood draw was performed efficiently. The results arrived by email in about five days, which is quite fast, so the anxiety while waiting for the results was short, which was very good. I heard that fetal ultrasound is also available in big cities like Tokyo, so if it becomes available in Sapporo in the future, I would definitely want to use it along with the test next time.

My current obstetrician is not positive about prenatal testing and did not affirm my desire to undergo it. Therefore, I collected various information about prenatal testing myself and discovered Hiro Clinic. The price, location, and test duration met my preferences, so I promptly made a reservation and visited the clinic. The actual clinic was clean, and the staff’s response was very good. The explanation of the test was thorough with video viewing and Q&A. The blood draw was also well done; although the needle was a bit thicker, the pain was similar to or less than usual blood draws. The time spent in the clinic was less than an hour. It was over in no time. I am aware that there are various opinions on prenatal testing, but as the person undergoing the test, I have no regrets about having it done. I am truly glad to have met Hiro Clinic. If I have another pregnancy, I would definitely come back here.

Since I had previously undergone NIPT at a Hiro Clinic in Saitama, I was having trouble registering my email address. When I called, the reception staff kindly assisted me. On the day of the test, everyone from the reception to the nurses and doctors was pleasant, and the test proceeded smoothly. Given my age, I decided to undergo the test at this clinic, where the results come out quickly. I had the test on a Saturday morning and received the results by Wednesday evening. Since I was anxiously waiting for the results, being able to check the progress on My Page was very helpful.