PGD

British

abbreviation

preimplantation genetic diagnosis; a technique using in vitro fertilization to ensure that a baby does not possess a known genetic defect of either parent. After genetic analysis of the embryos so formed, only those free of defect are implanted in the mother's womb

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A murkier ethical situation is found in the selection of a child's sex, which is easily performed by PGD.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

The term PGD usually refers to both the diagnosis, selection, and the implantation of the selected embryos.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

PGD and invasive tests already include these and many more.

From Scientific American • May 5, 2022

Kolter says his findings suggest innovations such as PGD are hard to come by, and are rarely improved in a substantial way.

From Science Magazine • May 27, 2020

While PGD is typically used to screen embryos for inherited diseases, it also can be used to identify embryos with characteristics parents find desirable.

From Washington Post • Dec. 29, 2018

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