Mosaic embryo transfer after pre-implantation genetic testing for structural rearrangement: a case study
Background: Identifying the cause of recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) helps in the direct management of future pregnancies. In 3%-4% of cases, a chromosomal structural rearrangement is identified in the couple. Pre-implantation genetic testing - structural rearrangements (PGT-SR) is an accepted practice for such couples opting for pregnancy through in-vitro fertilization. However, the result interpretation and clinical outcome for mosaic embryo transfer have limited predictions. Case Presentation: In this case study, we describe the genetic tests involved in establishing the cause of RPL followed by management through PGT and prenatal diagnosis. The couple was identified with a structural rearrangement and opted for PGT-SR (structural rearrangement) which revealed a mosaic embryo involving multiple chromosomes. The case study describes the implication of the transfer of mosaic embryos, followed up with prenatal tests with complex results, its interpretation, and genetic counseling. Conclusion: The case reiterates the benefit of thorough genetic evaluation for pregnancy management by using multiple genetic tests for couples with RPL. It aids in decision-making for complex genetic results in prenatal scenarios.
Authors
- Angela Devanboo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9957-6728)
- Eswarachari Venkataswamy
- Rashmi Rasalkar
- Vedam L. Ramprasad (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0379-6054)
- Meenakshi Lallar (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3640-750X)
- Avinash Pradhan
- Shweta Mahalingam (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8373-3848)
- Priya Kadam (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1569-774X)
- Sneha Khairnar
- Satish Kariyaiah
Institutions
- Chandigarh University (IN)
- SciGenom Labs (India) (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Biochemical and Clinical Genetics
- Published
- 2024-08-30
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.24911/jbcgenetics.183-1708424799
- Primary Topic
- Prenatal Screening and Diagnostics
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00