PGD Testing

In conjunction with an IVF procedure, the geneticists at IVF1’s licensed surgical center are specialists at removing the cell of an embryo and analyzing it for genetic abnormalities. Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) – more commonly referred to a PGD Testing – involves the examination of one cell of an embryo that has been developing for three days during an IVF procedure.‍

PGD Testing

‍This one cell is extracted from an embryo and carefully scrutinized for genetic problems. Only those embryos found to be “normal” are transferred to the woman’s uterus or cryopreserved. All embryonic cells within a single three-day-old embryo have the same genetic makeup at this early stage of development. Dr. Randy Morris recommends PGD Testing for women in their advanced maternal years – 35 or older – who are trying to conceive via IVF. These women are at a greater risk for conceiving a baby having a chromosomal disorder. Other candidates for PDG Testing may be women who have experiences multiple miscarriages and/or failed IVF attempts. Couples at risk for passing on a hereditary disease also benefit from PGD Testing.Genetic disorders sought to be detected by the specialist at IVF1:

• Cystic fibrosis
• Down syndrome
• Hemophilia
• Huntington’s disease
• Muscular dystrophy
• Sickle cell anemia
• Marfan syndrome
• Tay-Sachs disease

Risk of PGD Testing

The removal of one cell within a single embryo has very little effect on the continued division of cells. The embryo further develops and the risk of a damaged embryo is low. Although no 100 percent guarantee has been reflected, medical studies have revealed that PGD Testing does not increase the risk of birth defects.To explore more information about the benefits afforded via PGD Testing, schedule a consultation with Dr. Randy Morris at IVF by clicking below to schedule a consultation or calling 630.357.6540.