- PGT-M is recommended for couples who already have a child affected by a monogenic disease
- If one or both partners are carriers or have been diagnosed with a genetic disease
- If there is a family history of such diseases.
Beta thalassemia
A blood disorder that reduces the production of haemoglobin, leading to anaemia and other complications.
Sickle cell anaemia
A genetic condition that affects the production of haemoglobin, leading to anaemia and other health problems.
Cystic fibrosis
A disorder that affects the lungs and digestive system, causing breathing difficulties and other complications.
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
ADPKD is a genetic disorder characterized by the formation of multiple fluid-filled cysts in the kidneys, leading to progressive loss of kidney function.
Duchenne muscular dystrophy
A rare genetic disorder that causes progressive muscle weakness and loss of muscle mass.
Haemophilia
A blood clotting disorder that can cause excessive bleeding and
bruising.
Huntington's disease
A rare genetic disorder that causes progressive brain damage, leading to physical and cognitive impairments.
Neurofibromatosis
A genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerve tissue, leading to various health problems.
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
A metabolic disorder that affects the breakdown of amino acids, leading to intellectual disability and other complications.
Retinoblastoma
A rare type of eye cancer that affects young children.
