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Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) is a technique which involves the genetic testing of embryos created through IVF for deleterious, heritable genetic conditions which are known to be present in the family of those seeking treatment and from which the embryos are known to be at risk
Recognised in Japan in the 1960s, this is a progressive occlusive cerebral arteritis affecting the distal internal carotid arteries near the Circle of Willis. Moyamoya is Japanese for "puff of smoke" and describes the appearance of the resultant network of abnormal small collateral vessels seen on angiography. There is a familial form which links to a gene on chromosome 17q25 – though the exact underlying cause remains unknown.
Jerry Franz, host of Health Matters at Work® video podcast series by Community Health Charities is joined on the set by Barbara Harrison, Assistant Professor...
Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) is diagnosis of a genetic condition prior to achievement of a pregnancy. This form of genetic testing is performed on eggs...
Dr. Siobhan Dolan talks with a woman about how to use family health history information to help her have a healthy baby....