Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PGS)
A blessing of modern reproductive technology, PGS evaluates the genetic profile of the embryo to detect the inherited genetic condition early. Pregnancies from ART procedures today suffer from the lowest risk of miscarriage and result in healthier children due to advanced genetic testing procedures like PGS.
At Atom Fertility, we leverage next-generation Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PGS) procedures with our IVF treatment procedures to ensure a successful and healthy pregnancy.
Who must opt for Preimplantation Genetic Screening?
PGS in some fertility centres is considered only optional unless a risk of genetic abnormality has been identified. At Atom Fertility, we strongly recommend PGS in the following cases:
- Couples at high risk of passing a genetic disorder to offspring.
- Advanced maternal age (woman above age 35 suffer higher risk).
- Multiple IVF failures.
- Incidence of congenital diseases among the partners.
- Advanced paternal age.
- History of miscarriages.
Preimplantation Genetic Screening at Atom Fertility
Earlier technology was only capable of analysing only five chromosomes. In contrast, today’s advanced technology has allowed exploring all 23 chromosomes to give a complete genetic picture of the embryo before implantation.
At Atom Fertility, our IVF specialists in Hyderabad leverage our next-gen infrastructure to screen all the chromosomes and accurately filter the embryo’s genetic profile. Our in-house infrastructure and expertise enable the shortest turnaround time and highest accuracy, which helps our IVF specialists in Hyderabad to take the best course possible.
Preimplantation Genetic Screening – Procedure
PGS involves taking cells from the embryo before implanted in the uterus. Cells taken from the embryos through biopsy are analysed to check the presence of genetic abnormalities that may cause problems during foetal development.
By identifying the healthiest embryos of the lot well before implantation, PGS prevents heritable genetic diseases and makes healthy pregnancies possible.