PGT-M - Canada

What are chromosomes and genes?

In a person, each cell contains chromosomes that were inherited from each parent, 23 from the father and 23 from the mother. Therefore, each person has two pairs of 23 chromosomes or 46 total chromosomes.
Chromosomes are comprised of molecules called DNA.
Our DNA is organized into small fragments called genes.
When the function of the gene is altered by a change, called mutation, in the specific sequence, a monogenic disease results.

What is PGT-M test?

PGT-M (formerly PGD) helps significantly decrease the chance of having a child with an inherited genetic disorder by analyzing embryos before transfer. The PGT-M:

Analyzes the DNA of each embryo
Identifies healthy embryos
Helps the doctor determine which embryo to transfer

Features

Benefits
Indications

Why use PGT-M?

Identifies embryos affected with a genetic disorder prior to transfer.
Unique probe custom-designed for every patient.
In-depth genetic counseling sessions available at no extra cost.
Igenomix understands each patient and situation is unique. It is our promise to customize the process to each patient‘s individual needs.

PGT-M full disease list

Is PGT-M for you?

This test is recommended if:

You already have a child affected by a genetic disease.
You and your partner are carriers of the same genetic disease.
You or your partner have been diagnosed with a single gene disease or have a family history of a genetic disease.