pre-implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD)

Pre-implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) is a medical procedure used during in vitro fertilization (IVF) to screen embryos for specific genetic conditions before implantation in the uterus. After eggs are fertilized, a few cells are taken from each embryo and tested for genetic abnormalities or specific inherited disorders. This allows parents to select embryos free of certain genetic issues, potentially reducing the risk of passing these conditions to their children. PGD is often used by couples with a family history of genetic disorders, increasing the chances of having a healthy baby through informed selection.