Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD)

When a couple has a family history of a known genetic abnormality, PGD technology may be useful. PGD, which is not yet widely available, allows for the manipulation of the blastocyst and the removal of a cell to perform genetic diagnosis prior to the transfer of the embryo.


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