Introduction Cystic fibrosis (CF) poses a significant challenge for many families, with approximately 40,000 individuals in the United States affected by this complex genetic condition. Understanding the nuances of genetic testing is essential, as two primary methodologies – hereditary testing and standard genetic testing – offer distinct advantages and implications for diagnosis and family planning. […]
Prenatal genetic screening provides expectant parents with important information about their unborn child’s health. Recently, new guidelines have been released for noninvasive prenatal genetic screening (NIPS), which can provide more accurate information than ever before. In this article, we’ll take a look at what noninvasive prenatal genetic screening is, how it works, and what the […]
Preimplantation Genetic Testing For Monogenic Disorders (PGT-M) Preimplantation genetic testing for monogenic disorders (PGT-M) is a rapidly evolving area of medicine. Thanks to advances in technology, PGT-M is now a routine part of in vitro fertilization (IVF) for many couples who are at risk for passing on an inherited disease to their child. PGT-M is […]
What is preimplantation genetic testing? A global increase in demand for vitro fertilization (IVF) over the last 30 years has driven the development and adoption of preimplantation genetic testing services. Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) is a procedure that can be performed as part of an in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycle. PGT is used to detect chromosomal abnormalities […]