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  As this segment states below, PGD is used mostly with couples who have lost pregnancies due to a potential genetic disorder. In some cases "family balancing" has been the reason. (Sex selection) but that is not as common in the USA. This is yet another topic best discussed with your RE or clinic.

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Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) is a technique that can be used during in-vitro fertilization to test embryos for a variety of genetic disorders. PGD testing is done... Read More

  There are several types of donations that can be available to patients looking to use Assisted Reproductive Technology in completing their family. Be sure to meet with your RE for recommendations for your individual needs.

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Donation

There are several kinds of donation that may be used in assisted reproductive technologies.

Egg donation involves one woman (a donor) "donating" her eggs so that another woman (a recipient) might be able to conceive.

In... Read More

Assisted Hatching

Before implanting in the uterus, the embryo must emerge from its membrane (covering) in a process called "hatching." In some women, the membrane seems to harden, particularly as women age. This can interfere with the hatching process. In these cases, the embryo membrane can be thinned with a dilute acidic solution or laser prior to embryo transfer. This may help the hatching process, and increase the chances of pregnancy in older women or those who have not achieved pre... Read More

  ICSI is more popular then you might guess in treating male factor infertility! Read below for more information.

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Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) (pronounced "ICK-see") is a procedure used in conjunction with IVF in which a laboratory technician, using a microscope, attempts to inject a single sperm directly into each egg. To better understand the procedure and steps involved with ICSI, please refer to the steps outlining the IVF procedure, in the last post.... Read More

  I wanted to share an article from a Canadian news source what some might find as common knowledge but, for others, this is new information. If you are just starting out on your research for information on Assisted Reproductive Technology, stay tuned as I will be blogging about several educational issues involving ART.

Your comments and shared experiences are welcomed!

Souad



In-vitro fertilization, the most common art procedure, is used to overcome a variety o... Read More