How does PGD help with gender selection?
Some women/couples wish to undergo IVF to determine the sex of the embryo if, for example, they have two girls, and wish to have a boy. Another indication for determining the sex of the embryo before embryo transfer is for women or couples who carry a gender-linked genetic disease. At the time that “FISH” is being done for aneuploidy screening, the geneticist will also be able to determine the sex of the embryo. The Palm Beach Center for Reproductive Medicine, in collaboration with Palmetto Fertility Center, can perform family balancing in various circumstances. The potential benefits vs. risks of PGD should be discussed with us in a face-to-face consultation — Please contact us if you are interested in discussing this further.
