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Preimplantation genetic diagnosis
- Performed for the purpose of selecting high-quality embryos, according to the recommendation of a clinical geneticist, using one of the following methods to:
- exclude embryos with aneuploidies (PGT-A)
- exclude embryos with a specific inherited monogenic disease (PGT-M)
- exclude embryos with a specific chromosomal translocation, i.e., the attachment of a part of one chromosome to another (PGT-SR) for transfer into the uterus.
- A recommendation from a clinical geneticist is required to perform this method.
- The method is subject to fees according to the current price list
The method combines the advantages of in vitro fertilization with genetic testing of embryo cells as follows:
- Oocyte retrieval and subsequent fertilization using the ICSI method (intracytoplasmic sperm injection into the egg);
- Development of high-quality blastocysts on day 5 and/or 6;
- Collection of several cells from the blastocyst trophectoderm;
- Freezing of blastocysts using the vitrification method;
- Genetic testing of blastocyst cells, with results typically available after 1 month;
The results are communicated to the patient by the physician via phone, and based on the results, a cryo-embryo transfer of a high-quality and genetically suitable embryo into the uterus is planned, and/or a further IVF cycle is undertaken according to the individual needs of the patient.
During the next visit, the physician reviews the genetic results with the patients and explains the subsequent procedure.
The visit also includes signing the disposal consent for genetically unsuitable embryos for transfer – link to the consent for disposal. F-CAR-324 Request for disposal of embryos/oocytes
