Preimplantation Genetic Testing

Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) formerly known as Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) and Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PGS) is used primarily to identify genetic defects in embryos before transferring them to the uterus, thus decreasing miscarriages caused by chromosomal abnormalities, implantation failures and birth of babies with genetic abnormalities. PGD is done in cooperation with IVF laboratories.

PGD can also be provided along with HLA typing for inherited blood diseases. 

At Al-Soor PGD Clinic, couples are counselled about their PGD testing options, type of PGD suitable for their genetic disorder, steps and duration to prepare the setup which is unique for each family.

Who can have PGD:

• Families having a child with a genetic condition
• Couples with family history of genetic disorders
• Newly married couples who underwent premarital testing that proved that the couple is at high risk of developing genetic disorders in their future children.
• Women over the age of 35 years
• Women who have experienced recurrent pregnancy loss
• Women who have experienced repeated IVF and implantation failures
• Couples with history of chromosomal balanced and/or unbalanced translocations or inversions