Preimplantation Genetic Screening of Human Embryos
Preimplantation genetic screening (PGS) or screening for aneuploidy is a well-established procedure in Ukraine to assess In vitro fertilized (IVF) embryos for genetic abnormalities. Embryos with chromosomal abnormalities often result in miscarriage or failed implantation, or children born with genetic conditions such as Down syndrome. Children born with such conditions have a difficult life in Ukraine, because the prevailing health system has few resources available to assist parents or help in the development of children with special needs. Read more