Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis
Testing of embryos created through IVF for specific genetic conditions before transfer, used to avoid transmitting inherited disease.
All PGD articles
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Reproductive Genetics · 3 min
Genetic carrier screening
Explains genetic carrier screening in Australia, covering spinal muscular atrophy, cystic fibrosis and Fragile X testing, the new Medicare rebate, and how it differs from NIPT.
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Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis · 2 min
Preconception Genetic Testing: Medicare Rebates Introduced
Explains what preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) involves and outlines when PGT-M, PGT-R and PGT-A now qualify for Medicare rebates in Australia.
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In Vitro Fertilisation · 2 min
Sex Selection In IVF
Dr Raelia Lew's opinion piece on why elective, privately funded sex selection in IVF for family balancing should be legalised in Australia.
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Secondary Infertility · 2 min
Understanding Secondary Infertility
Discusses secondary infertility after a prior natural conception, covering age-related decline, worsening medical conditions, genetic causes, and the value of specialist investigation.
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Reproductive Genetics · 5 min
The breast cancer gene BRCA and IVF
Explains BRCA1/BRCA2 gene mutations, their breast and ovarian cancer risks, and how PGT-M embryo testing in IVF can help carriers avoid passing the mutation to children.
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In Vitro Fertilisation · 4 min
When to start thinking about IVF
Outlines scenarios warranting IVF consideration: trying over 6-12 months, unexplained infertility, severe endometriosis, carrying a genetic condition, or prior vasectomy.
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In Vitro Fertilisation · 4 min
IVF Babies Just as Healthy as others
Reviews evidence on the health of children conceived via IVF, covering congenital abnormality rates, ICSI-related risks, emotional stress and OHSS avoidance.
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Preconception Genetic Carrier Screening · 1 min
Preconception screening
Dr Raelia Lew discusses preconception genetic carrier screening for recessive conditions like SMA and cystic fibrosis, and the 2018 Budget funding announcement.
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In Vitro Fertilisation · 3 min
Should people be allowed to chose the sex of their babies through IVF?
Dr Raelia Lew argues for legalising elective, self-funded sex selection in IVF for family balancing, discussing Australia's NHMRC ethical framework.
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