Sunday, 29 July 2018

Prenatal Testing: Evidence



Prenatal Diagnosis: Identification of a disease prior to birth

Prenatal Diagnosis: Invasive and Non invasive techqniques





Invasive Technique: Analysis of fetal tissue 

Preimplantation Genetic Testing: Screening and Diagnosis



Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis: It is used in conjunction with IVF

Embryo is tested for conditions prior to being placed in the womb of woman


PGD for Genetic Conditions



Eg: PGD for Thalassemia




Benefits of PGD



PGD in News

Diagnose and avoid Single Gene Disorders

BRCA -1; Lifetime risks



Editing BRCA 1 gene 






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