Genetic Testing

Genetics in Reproductive Medicine

Genetic health plays an essential role in fertility, pregnancy, and the health of future children. At Strong Fertility Center, we offer comprehensive reproductive genetic services to help individuals and couples understand their risks and make informed choices.

We work closely with patients to provide testing, counseling, and personalized recommendations throughout their fertility journey.

Our Genetics Services

Carrier Screening

We offer expanded genetic carrier screening for individuals and couples to identify whether they carry inherited conditions that could be passed to their children. This is especially important for:

• Patients using donor sperm or eggs
• Couples with a family history of genetic conditions
• Patients with consanguinity (related by blood)

Examples of commonly screened conditions include:

• Cystic fibrosis
• Tay-Sachs disease
• Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA)
• Fragile X syndrome
• Sickle cell anemia and thalassemias

Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT)

For patients undergoing IVF, we offer PGT to screen embryos before implantation. Options include:

• PGT-A: Testing for chromosome abnormalities (aneuploidy)
• PGT-M: Testing for specific inherited genetic conditions
• PGT-SR: Testing for structural rearrangements (e.g., balanced translocations)

Cytogenetic Testing

Chromosomal testing (karyotyping) may be recommended in cases of:

• Recurrent pregnancy loss
• Known or suspected chromosomal translocations
• Infertility with unknown cause

Parental karyotypes can help identify whether structural rearrangements or chromosomal abnormalities may affect reproductive outcomes.

Reproductive Genetic Counseling

Our team includes access to board-certified genetic counselors who specialize in reproductive health. Counseling sessions are available to:

• Discuss the results of genetic testing
• Help interpret complex or uncertain findings
• Support informed decision-making about treatment options, including IVF with PGT or use of donor gametes

We also coordinate with specialists in maternal-fetal medicine and medical genetics when needed.