PGD Q & A

What is the preimplantation genetic diagnosis process?

The preimplantation genetic diagnosis procedure begins with the normal IVF process. Once the embryo is divided, preimplantation genetic diagnosis is performed at the Beverly Hills office.

Preimplantation genetic diagnosis involves the following steps:

  • A single cell is removed from the embryo
  • The cell is treated with probes for genetic abnormalities
  • The DNA is evaluated to determine if the inheritance of the gene is present

Once the preimplantation genetic diagnosis procedure is complete and embryos without the genetic problems being tested have been identified, “normal” embryos are transferred into the uterus.

Who is a candidate for preimplantation genetic diagnosis?

If you answer yes to any of the following questions, you may be a good candidate for preimplantation genetic diagnosis.

  • Are you a woman age 35 or over?
  • Are you a carrier of a sex-linked genetic disorder?
  • Are you a carrier of single gene defects?
  • Are you a carrier of chromosomal disorders?
  • Have you had recurring pregnancy loss that is associated with chromosomal concerns?
  • Have you had multiple IVF failures?
  • Do you want to have the opportunity to have the embryos tested in advance for your peace of mind?
  • Do you want to determine the sex of your baby in advance for family planning reasons or for medical reasons?

If these conditions apply to you and you are considering starting a family, contact us in Beverly Hills to discuss preimplantation genetic diagnosis with one of our board-certified fertility specialists.

What are the benefits of preimplantation genetic diagnosis?

There are several benefits of preimplantation genetic diagnosis. It reduces the need for amniocentesis later in pregnancy and helps reduce expenses that are usually associated with certain birth defects. Preimplantation genetic diagnosis is performed before embryo implantation, so if a defect is identified, the couple can decide whether or not they want to continue with the pregnancy. But perhaps best of all, preimplantation genetic diagnosis enables couples that carry genetic disorders to try for a biological child of their own.

Contact us for PGD in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles communities

Preimplantation genetic diagnosis minimizes the risk of passing genetic defects on to future generations. If you or your partner has a genetic condition that you are afraid of transmitting to your child, preimplantation genetic diagnosis may be a good option for you. Contact us at our Beverly Hills, or Mexico office to schedule a consultation.

What Our Patients Say About Us

Alla
Alla
2023-04-26
Dr. Sam Najmabadi made our dream of becoming parents come true. This is an incredibly talented, attentive doctor and a professional in his field. I recommend everyone to work with Dr. Sam and you will certainly achieve results! Thank you doctor for everything!
Marrianne Rofail
Marrianne Rofail
2023-04-15
I can’t say enough wonderful things about Dr. Najmabadi and the whole team. Not once did they ever make you feel like just a patient, I was always greeted by name every single time I walked into the office. I always felt like I was receiving undivided attention. One of the things I respect most is Dr. Naj has been nothing but honest with us from the beginning. Explained all of our options and the chances of getting pregnant with each procedure, was patient when he went over all costs, test and we never felt pressure to do anything without taking time to think everything through. From the minute we started our fertility journey with him, to being greeted by Cindy’s warm smile every appointment, to Selene setting up appointments for off-site procedures and answering our numerous emails, to Gina being so gentle when drawing my blood, to Diana texting me on her off day to remind me I needed to take my trigger shot, to the countless ultrasounds sounds Spencer graciously performed, all of these experiences have added to our special journey and made it the best one, and trust me we’ve seen a lot of midwives and doctors. Thank you ALL for everything and being so kind to us!
Laura Weaver
Laura Weaver
2023-03-02
Highly, highly recommend Dr Naj. Very knowledgable without being overwhelming. His staff is so on top of every little detail. I also love that they are always on time--a rarity in medical practices. You really feel like they have everything taken care of and that you can operate with confidence.
Laura Bulatao
Laura Bulatao
2023-03-02
The staff here are so friendly and informative. I work in healthcare and the most important thing is keeping the patient comfortable and informed, everyone goes above and beyond these expectations! So far I am pleased with my experience here.
Marzieh Thompson
Marzieh Thompson
2023-02-17
Grateful for you Dr. Najmabadi and staff for helping me be pregnant with twins.
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