Preimplantation Genetic Testing

Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) is a technique that can be used during in vitro fertilization (IVF) to test embryos for a variety of genetic disorders. This procedure gives couples a chance to have a child unaffected by a genetic condition, without the uncertainty involved in becoming pregnant and using prenatal diagnosis. PGT involves harvesting cells from very early embryos after IVF or removing a polar body from an oocyte for analysis. This procedure is also used for gender selection.