{"id":788,"date":"2023-05-17T09:14:43","date_gmt":"2023-05-17T07:14:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kinderwunsch-klinik.ch\/preimplantation-diagnostics\/"},"modified":"2026-09-23T08:19:30","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T06:19:30","slug":"preimplantation-diagnostics","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kinderwunsch-klinik.ch\/en\/your-desire-to-have-a-child\/preimplantation-diagnostics\/","title":{"rendered":"Preimplantation diagnostics"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row unlock_row_content=&#8221;yes&#8221; row_height_percent=&#8221;0&#8243; overlay_alpha=&#8221;50&#8243; gutter_size=&#8221;3&#8243; column_width_percent=&#8221;100&#8243; shift_y=&#8221;0&#8243; z_index=&#8221;0&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1524571529702{margin-top: -36px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243;][rev_slider_vc alias=&#8221;kuenstliche-befruchtung-11&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=&#8221;165188&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h1>Preimplantation Diagnostics (PID \/ PGT)<\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=&#8221;0&#8243; overlay_alpha=&#8221;50&#8243; gutter_size=&#8221;3&#8243; column_width_percent=&#8221;100&#8243; shift_y=&#8221;0&#8243; z_index=&#8221;0&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=&#8221;102855&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1684307528569{padding-top: 30px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=&#8221;122776&#8243;]The <strong>Preimplantation Diagnostics (PID)<\/strong>, also known as <strong>Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT)<\/strong>, enables the genetic testing of embryos as part of an <strong>IVF or ICSI treatment<\/strong> before an embryo is transferred to the uterus.<\/p>\n<p>With preimplantation diagnostics, embryos can be examined for <strong>chromosomal changes or specific genetically determined diseases<\/strong>, depending on the indication. The aim is to obtain additional genetic information for the selection of an embryo for transfer.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space empty_h=&#8221;2&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=&#8221;828035&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>How does preimplantation diagnostics work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Genetic testing is usually performed on embryos that have developed to the <strong>blastocyst stage (Day 5 or 6)<\/strong> after fertilization.<\/p>\n<p>A few cells are taken from the <strong>trophectoderm<\/strong>, the outer cell layer of the blastocyst. This tissue later primarily develops into the placenta. The removed cells are then examined in a specialized genetic laboratory.  <\/p>\n<p>Since genetic analysis takes some time, embryos are usually <strong>frozen by vitrification<\/strong> after biopsy. Once the genetic result is available, a joint decision can be made as to which embryo is suitable for a later <strong>embryo transfer<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space empty_h=&#8221;2&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=&#8221;155009&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>PGT-A \u2013 Testing for chromosomal changes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>PGT-A (Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidies)<\/strong> examines embryos for deviations in chromosome number. Embryos with a normal number of chromosomes are referred to as <strong>euploid<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p>Chromosomal changes occur more frequently with increasing maternal age and are an important reason why embryos do not implant or a pregnancy ends prematurely.<\/p>\n<p>PGT-A can identify embryos with an unremarkable chromosomal finding for transfer. This can significantly increase the <strong>probability of success per embryo transfer<\/strong> and reduce the risk of miscarriage. <\/p>\n<p>PGT-A can be particularly useful for certain patients with <strong>advanced maternal age, recurrent miscarriages, or recurrent implantation failure<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space empty_h=&#8221;2&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=&#8221;814233&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>PGT-M \u2013 Preimplantation diagnostics for monogenic hereditary diseases<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>PGT-M (Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Monogenic Disorders)<\/strong> is used when a known <strong>monogenic disease<\/strong> is present in a family. These are diseases caused by a change in a single gene. <\/p>\n<p>As part of an IVF or ICSI treatment, the resulting embryos can be specifically examined for the known familial genetic change. This allows embryos to be identified that are not affected by the genetic disease under investigation. <\/p>\n<h3>PGT-M can offer couples with an increased risk of passing on a <strong>serious hereditary disease<\/strong> the opportunity to significantly reduce this risk for their future child.<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space empty_h=&#8221;2&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=&#8221;675823&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Preimplantation Diagnostics in Switzerland<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The performance of preimplantation diagnostics in Switzerland is regulated by law and subject to certain conditions. Whether <strong>PGT-A or PGT-M<\/strong> is advisable and possible in an individual case is assessed during a detailed fertility medicine and \u2013 depending on the indication \u2013 genetic consultation. <\/p>\n<p>At the <strong>Kopelli Fertility Clinic<\/strong>, we provide individual advice on the possibilities of preimplantation diagnostics and jointly clarify which diagnostic and therapeutic steps are appropriate for your personal situation.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243;][vc_empty_space empty_h=&#8221;2&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_icon position=&#8221;left&#8221; icon=&#8221;fa fa-calendar&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;color-xsdn&#8221; size=&#8221;fa-2x&#8221; el_class=&#8221;iconbox&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #ffffff !important; font-size: 18px !important; margin-top: -20px !important;\"><a class=\"tel\" href=\"https:\/\/kinderwunsch-klinik.ch\/en\/online-appointment\/\">ONLINE APPOINTMENT<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_icon][vc_icon position=&#8221;left&#8221; 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