01 Nov Would it be possible to maximize the chances of having a healthy baby?
Having a healthy baby is every parent’s wish. The average age at which the first child is born has increased considerably since the insertion of women into the world of work, this being one of the causes that chromosomal alterations of embryos have increased with them. After reaching the age of 37, the ovules lose quality and from the age of 40 the chances of having a baby with chromosomal problems multiply.
What options are there for having a healthy baby?
If you are worried about becoming a mom above the age of 37 and that your baby may not be born healthy, do not worry. Thanks to the great medical and technological advances, several genetic analyses of embryos and gametes maximize the chances that your embryo does not suffer from chromosomal alterations. These techniques are:
GENETIC DIAGNOSIS OF EMBRYOS
The method used in IVF treatments is where we genetically analyze the embryos before starting the transfer to know which is the most suited.
The average age at which the first child is born has increased considerably since the insertion of women into the world of work. This has been one of the causes of the increase in chromosomal alterations in embryos. After reaching the age of 37, the ovules lose quality, and from the age of 40, the chances of having a baby with chromosomal problems multiply.
What Options Are There for Having a Healthy Baby?
If you are worried about becoming a mom above the age of 37 and that your baby may not be born healthy, do not worry. Thanks to great medical and technological advances, several genetic analyses of embryos and gametes maximize the chances that your embryo does not suffer from chromosomal alterations. These techniques are:
Genetic Diagnosis of Embryos
The method used in IVF treatments involves genetically analyzing the embryos before starting the transfer to determine which is the most suited.
Through PGD (Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis), we can detect chromosomal or genetic alterations, such as an embryo being unable to implant in the maternal womb, an embryo being unable to develop (abortion or non-evolving pregnancy), or being born with Edwards Syndrome or Down Syndrome.
Screening of Recessive Diseases (Genetic Compatibility Test Between Couples)
In this test, we genetically analyze the donors and the recipient woman or couple that undergoes the treatment. This way, we assign the ideal donor for each recipient and maximize the chances of the child being born without diseases.
We are all healthy carriers of 5-7 genetic mutations that determine that we are healthy carriers of certain recessive genetic diseases. If our partner or donor is a carrier of the same disease, 25% of children who have it will be sick, and 50% will be healthy carriers.
To avoid risks, we conduct a genetic study on the compatibility of donors and partners by analyzing more than 300 recessive diseases.
Non-Invasive Prenatal Test
Through a blood test in the mother during the first weeks of pregnancy, a genetic study called the Non-Invasive Prenatal Test (TIPN) is conducted to ensure there are no diseases in the fetus.
At Reproclinic, we maximize your pregnancy chances, reinforcing them with fertility techniques and the newest genetic tests. For us, it’s a very important part of the process to maximize the chances of your baby being born healthy.
If you want more information about our genetic tests, contact us now.
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