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Scientists in obstetrics, gynecology, and other fields relating to reproduction report on recent developments in performing genetic analysis of human preimplantation embryos to predict the success of the implantation. They provide background on such topics as the genetic basis of inherited disease, genetic counselling, and gametogenesis and preimplantation embryo development. Then they discuss specific procedures, among then embryo biopsy, the diagnosis of single gene disorders, fluorescence in-situ hybridization and embryo sexing to avoid x-linked diseases, and chromosome abnormalities. Finally they look to the future of ethics, regulation, and the approach as a whole. Eight pages of color plates are included.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Review
"Scientists…report on recent developments in performing genetic analysis of human preimplantation embryos to predict the success of the implantation." (SciTech Book News, Vol. 25, No. 4, December 2001) "This is a welcome and comprehensive introduction to PGD, which I recommend to anyone interested in this exciting and rapidly evolving field." (Human Genetics, Vol.110, 2002)
Review
"Scientists…report on recent developments in performing genetic analysis of human preimplantation embryos to predict the success of the implantation." (SciTech Book News, Vol. 25, No. 4, December 2001) "This is a welcome and comprehensive introduction to PGD, which I recommend to anyone interested in this exciting and rapidly evolving field." (Human Genetics, Vol.110, 2002)
Book Description
Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) is the detection and screening of genetic abnormality in gametes prior to fertilisation and embryos fertilised in vitro prior to implantation. This exciting new text provides an introduction and overview of the principles of PGD.
An exciting fusion of prenatal diagnosis (PD) with in vitro fertilisation (IVF), this book is will appeal to both the prenatal diagnosis community, of clinical geneticists and foetal medicine specialists within obstetrics and gynaecology, and the IVF community within reproductive medicine. It is also an essential introduction to PD, clinical genetics and IVF for non-specialists. - A concise introduction to the field of PGD
- Detailed explanations of the techniques and procedures used
- The law and ethical implications of PGD
- Future uses of PGD
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Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis provides a valuable introduction and overview of the principles and practice of this relatively new branch of medicine, which has been formed by the fusion of Prenatal Diagnosis (PD) with in vitro fertilisation (IVF). This book contains research from leading scientists and clinicians within this field. Features include: A concise introduction to the field of Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) Detailed explanations of the techniques and procedures used The law and ethical implications of PGD Future uses of PGD Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis has been carefully written for both the prenatal diagnosis community (clinical geneticists and fetal medicine specialists within obstetrics and gynaecology) and the IVF and reproductive medicine community, with special introductory chapters for non-specialists.--This text refers to the Digital edition.
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University College, London, UK. Represents the most recent advances and developments in preimplantation diagnosis and genetics, providing a past, present and future perspective on the field. Critically addresses numerous biological and ethical questions and concerns, both for studies and clinical practice.
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Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis provides a valuable introduction and overview of the principles and practice of this relatively new branch of medicine, which has been formed by the fusion of Prenatal Diagnosis (PD) with in vitro fertilisation (IVF). This book contains research from leading scientists and clinicians within this field. Features include:
- A concise introduction to the field of Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD)
- Detailed explanations of the techniques and procedures used
- The law and ethical implications of PGD
- Future uses of PGD
Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis has been carefully written for both the prenatal diagnosis community (clinical geneticists and fetal medicine specialists within obstetrics and gynaecology) and the IVF and reproductive medicine community, with special introductory chapters for non-specialists. Rating
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