PGT-M is a genetic test performed on embryos created through in vitro fertilization (IVF) that is designed for individuals who know they are at an increased risk of having a child with a specific genetic disorder.
PGT-M was formerly known as PGD, preimplantation genetic diagnosis.
You may want to consider PGT-M if you or your partner is at high risk of passing down a specific genetic disorder. PGT-M may be appropriate if:
- You have had a child or pregnancy with a genetic condition.
- You and your partner are carriers of the same autosomal recessive condition.
- You or your partner has an autosomal dominant condition.
PGT-M process starts with a Review of your genetic report(s). It will also be determined if genetic reports of additional family members will be required for testing.
IVF
In vitro fertilization is performed and embryos are incubated until they reach the blastocyst stage.
Embryo Biopsy
A small sample of cells is carefully biopsied from each embryo.
Blood Sample Collection
Small blood samples are collected from all necessary family members and sent to PacGenomics together with your embryo biopsy samples.
PGT-M
Testing is performed and results are sent to your physician in approximately four weeks.
Embryo Transfer
Embryos unaffected by the specific genetic disorder tested are selected for transfer.