Preimplantation genetic diagnosis: the German situation

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• 作者：Ludwig ; Michael ; Diedrich ; Klaus ; Schwinger ; Eberhard
• 关键词：preimplantation genetic diagnosis ; in vitro fertilization ; abortion ; embryo protection ; ethics ; Genetics ; Molecular Medicine
• 刊名：Trends in Genetics
• 出版年：2001
• 出版时间：August 1, 2001
• 年：2001
• 卷：17
• 期：8
• 页码：473-474
• 全文大小：25.9 K

文摘

Preimplantation genetic diagnosis makes it possible to detect some genetic disorders in embryos in vitro before they are transferred to the uterus. Using this technique, there is an opportunity for couples who have an increased risk of transmitting severe genetic disorders to their offspring to reduce this risk by >95 % . By doing PGD, abortions at a later stage can be avoided.