Preservation & testing

Genetic Testing (PGT)

Screen embryos for the right number of chromosomes (PGT-A) or for a specific inherited condition (PGT-M) before transfer.

For People doing IVF who are older, have had recurrent miscarriage or failed cycles, or carry a known genetic condition.

This may be right if…

You’re doing IVF and want to screen embryos
A history of recurrent miscarriage
Previous failed IVF cycles
You or your partner carry a genetic condition
You’d like to understand each embryo before transfer

What to expect

Step by step, here’s how it tends to go — your team adjusts everything to you.

It happens during IVF

PGT is an add-on to an IVF cycle — there’s no separate procedure for you.

Embryo biopsy

Our embryologists take a few cells from each embryo at day 5–6, safely, while it continues to grow.

Lab analysis

A genetics lab analyzes the cells and reports which embryos are chromosomally normal.

A counseled decision

A genetic counselor walks you through the results so you can choose the embryo to transfer with confidence.

What’s included

Embryo biopsy at the blastocyst stage
PGT-A (aneuploidy) screening
PGT-M / PGT-SR for known conditions
Genetic-counseling session
Results reviewed with your REI

Common questions

How much does treatment cost, and will insurance cover it?

Costs vary by treatment — an IUI cycle is illustratively around $1,000–$1,500, while an IVF base cycle is around $13,000–$16,000 plus medications. Washington and many states mandate some coverage, and our financial counselor verifies your specific benefits for free before you commit. You always get a written estimate first, and we’ll review financing, multi-cycle, and grant options with you.

How many embryos do you transfer?

Usually one. Single-embryo transfer is the modern standard because it dramatically reduces the risks that come with twins or triplets — for both you and your baby. We follow ASRM guidelines and discuss the right choice for you individually.

What is PGT genetic testing, and do I need it?

PGT-A screens embryos for the correct number of chromosomes before transfer; PGT-M tests for a specific inherited condition. It can reduce miscarriage risk and time to pregnancy, and is often recommended for older patients, recurrent miscarriage, or known genetic conditions. It’s optional — a genetic counselor helps you decide what’s right for you.

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