PGD & PGS
Ever heard of the PGD and PGS and wondered what these terms are? Well, these mean the following PGS - Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PG screening in Guntur) and PGD - Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PG Diagnosis in Guntur). Both of these techniques are genetic tests at Genetic test centers in Guntur which can be done on the embryos during the process of in-vitro fertilization. After these tests are done and the results are negative it means that the embryos are free of any genetic abnormalities and thus they can be implanted in the womb.
Please note that PGD is used to detect the specific mutation in the genes in the embryos at IVF centers in Guntur. The procedure is suggested by Best IVF doctors in Guntur, Dr. Sindhu Kosaraju, to the couples who are aware of the fact that they might carry some genes that may not be good for the baby if expressed. At times recessive genes in both the parents can become dominant in the child and express themselves Also imperative to know that PGS is a technique to detect abnormalities at the chromosomal level in the embryo. This is recommended to couples who are unaware of any genetic defect in them or in their forefathers.
While you many think that these techniques are similar, the fact is that there are some very pertinent differences between the both. Herein they are listed for you to understand.
- Purpose - PGD is used to identify a particular genetic defect while the PGS us undertaken when the doctors need to check the embryo for defects arising out of chromosomal reasons
- Complexity - the two procedures are different in terms of the complexity involved to perform them. PGD is far more complex than the other as it involves the examination of each individual genes.
These techniques are present for the parents to know the genetic make-up of the unborn child and ensure that there are no future problems. It is always better to discuss with Gynecologist in Guntur.