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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The PGD sets operational capacity by judging the total number of inmates a prison can hold and takes into account control and security.

From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026

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

PGD and invasive tests already include these and many more.

From Scientific American ● May 5, 2022

While psychotherapy is a first-line treatment for PGD, antidepressants can be helpful with the depression that often accompanies complicated grief.

From Washington Post ● Oct. 21, 2021

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

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