Pre-implantation genetic diagnosis, as the name implies, involves testing for specific genetic defects in the DNA code prior to embryo implantation. Usually, there is targeted testing of a known genetic abnormality in the couple. Simply put, it is the diagnosis of a genetic condition prior to achievement of a pregnancy. The PGD was first performed
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