Pre-Implantation Genetic Diagnosis
PGD is performed in conjunction with the in vitro fertilization cycle to produce embryos for biopsy. Once the embryos mature they are ready for the PGD procedure. A small sample of the embryos DNA is taken for examination. Embryos with the correct number or chromosomes or of the selected sex and without genetic defect are transferred to the mother.
PGD is a procedure that screens for specific genetic diseases for couples that are at known risk for transmission to their children. PGD can be offered in combination with in vitro fertilization, in which a cell from an embryo is extracted and tested as a means for couples to avoid passing on any severe genetic disorders to their offspring. Embryos created using IVF are tested for the genetic condition and selected out prior to implantation in the uterus
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