“The value of In-vitro fertilization (IVF) and Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) in eliminating sickle cell disease and family balancing”

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IVF and PGT for Sickle Cell Disease and Family Balancing Introduction: The Evolution of ART for Sickle Cell Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) began after the breakthrough of Patrick Steptoe and Robert Edwards. They achieved the first successful IVF birth in 1978. Since then, knowledge has expanded to include Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT). Nigeria has been…

Pre-implantation genetic testing.

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A Guide to Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) for Sickle Cell Introduction: Simplifying PGT for the Public We receive many inquiries about genetic diagnosis. Therefore, I will provide a simplified guide to Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT). This overview aims to raise awareness, especially for couples with the sickle cell trait. Our clinic now uses the advanced trophectoderm biopsy technique.…