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THEFERTILITY CHROMOSOME TEST CAN
EXPERT SCREEN FOR DOWN SYNDROME
I am 39 years old and have which is a major reason that women older prior to transferring the embryo to the
been attempting pregnancy than 35 years of age have more difficulty woman’s uterus, will provide the best chance
for 3 years. I am concerned getting pregnant. A few such as trisomy 13 or for a healthy child.
that my age puts me at 18 can lead to pregnancy but most will end Contact a reproductive endocrinologist
increased risk for having a as miscarriage. to see if this procedure is right for you. You
baby with Down syndrome Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis have attempted on your own, for a significant
if I get pregnant. Is there any way to make sure (PGD) with Comprehensive Chromosomal amount of time, you may want to explore
my baby does not have Down syndrome? Screening (CCS) is a test, which may be treatment options.
This is an excellent question and the utilized to determine if the correct number
answer is yes. Down syndrome, or trisomy 21, of chromosomes is present in an embryo. Dr. Wendy J.Schillings, Welcome to the “Ask the
which involves an extra chromosome 21, is CCS is a fairly new test that checks for all 46 MD, FACOG Fertility Expert” column.
the most common chromosomal abnormality chromosomes in the embryo. This method Dr. Wendy J. Schillings of
that occurs in children. Most children have has been proven to increase pregnancy Reproductive Medicine
23 pairs of chromosomes plus paired Xs rates and lower miscarriage rates, unlike Associates of Pennsylvania
for girls and an X and a Y for boys. As older PGD tests which only tested for a few (RMAPA), answers questions
women age, they are more likely to produce chromosomes. CCS testing requires the Inspire Health readers may
an embryo that has an incorrect number patient to utilize an InVitro Fertilization (IVF) have about fertility topics that
of chromosomes. Most of these abnormal treatment cycle. By knowing that an embryo affect both men and women.
embryos will never lead to a pregnancy has the correct number of chromosomes,
Individual needs.
Diverse loans.
At The Neffs National Bank, we love the individuality that makes up
our community. And, that’s because we have products and services
that cater to everyone’s needs – from loans that help you personally
to those that will make your business a success. Every effort
has been made to make the loan process easy, streamlined and
competitive – and most of all pleasant. In fact, we stay connected
with you from your first payment to your last.
Commercial loans: Personal loans:
Mortgages/equity Mortgage
Working capital Home equity
Lines of credit Auto
Equipment Personal
Vehicle
For more information, call 610-767-3875 or visit our
website at www.neffsnatl.com.
STRENGTH. TRUST. COMMUNITY.
EXPERT SCREEN FOR DOWN SYNDROME
I am 39 years old and have which is a major reason that women older prior to transferring the embryo to the
been attempting pregnancy than 35 years of age have more difficulty woman’s uterus, will provide the best chance
for 3 years. I am concerned getting pregnant. A few such as trisomy 13 or for a healthy child.
that my age puts me at 18 can lead to pregnancy but most will end Contact a reproductive endocrinologist
increased risk for having a as miscarriage. to see if this procedure is right for you. You
baby with Down syndrome Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis have attempted on your own, for a significant
if I get pregnant. Is there any way to make sure (PGD) with Comprehensive Chromosomal amount of time, you may want to explore
my baby does not have Down syndrome? Screening (CCS) is a test, which may be treatment options.
This is an excellent question and the utilized to determine if the correct number
answer is yes. Down syndrome, or trisomy 21, of chromosomes is present in an embryo. Dr. Wendy J.Schillings, Welcome to the “Ask the
which involves an extra chromosome 21, is CCS is a fairly new test that checks for all 46 MD, FACOG Fertility Expert” column.
the most common chromosomal abnormality chromosomes in the embryo. This method Dr. Wendy J. Schillings of
that occurs in children. Most children have has been proven to increase pregnancy Reproductive Medicine
23 pairs of chromosomes plus paired Xs rates and lower miscarriage rates, unlike Associates of Pennsylvania
for girls and an X and a Y for boys. As older PGD tests which only tested for a few (RMAPA), answers questions
women age, they are more likely to produce chromosomes. CCS testing requires the Inspire Health readers may
an embryo that has an incorrect number patient to utilize an InVitro Fertilization (IVF) have about fertility topics that
of chromosomes. Most of these abnormal treatment cycle. By knowing that an embryo affect both men and women.
embryos will never lead to a pregnancy has the correct number of chromosomes,
Individual needs.
Diverse loans.
At The Neffs National Bank, we love the individuality that makes up
our community. And, that’s because we have products and services
that cater to everyone’s needs – from loans that help you personally
to those that will make your business a success. Every effort
has been made to make the loan process easy, streamlined and
competitive – and most of all pleasant. In fact, we stay connected
with you from your first payment to your last.
Commercial loans: Personal loans:
Mortgages/equity Mortgage
Working capital Home equity
Lines of credit Auto
Equipment Personal
Vehicle
For more information, call 610-767-3875 or visit our
website at www.neffsnatl.com.
STRENGTH. TRUST. COMMUNITY.
