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Preimplantation Genetic Testing2024-10-10T14:24:55-06:00

PGT Testing Services in Miami, FL

Serving the Greater Miami Area & Miami-Dade County

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At CCRM Fertility of Miami, we offer preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) to ensure you have the best chance of conceiving the healthiest baby possible. PGT is an advanced form of genetic testing that allows us to analyze embryos created through in vitro fertilization (IVF) before they are transferred to the uterus.

What is Preimplantation Genetic Testing?

Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) involves removing several cells from each embryo and analyzing r the chromosomes for abnormalities, which could result in failed implantation, miscarriage, or genetic conditions or diseases. PGT is performed on embryos created through IVF and takes place before the embryos are transferred to the uterus.

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Our Preimplantation Genetic Testing Process 

Our team of fertility specialists at CCRM Fertility of Miami, will guide you through the entire preimplantation genetic testing process. First, we will perform an IVF cycle to retrieve your eggs and fertilize them with sperm in our laboratory. After the embryos have been cultured to the blastocyst stage, our embryologists will extract a few cells from each embryo and analyze them using state-of-the-art genetic testing technology. Based on the results of this analysis, we will help you select the healthiest embryos to transfer to the uterus giving you the best chance of success.

Signs Preimplantation Genetic Testing is Right for You

There are several reasons why someone might consider preimplantation genetic testing (PGT). Ideal candidates for PGT include:

  • Patients with a known history of genetic disorders
  • Patients who have had recurrent pregnancy loss or failed IVF cycles
  • Patients who are carriers of certain genetic mutations
  • Patients using eggs from someone older than 35 because the risk of chromosomal abnormalities in embryos increases with age
  • Patients who wish to use IVF for family balancing or sex selection purposes

What are the Requirements for Preimplantation Genetic Testing in Miami, FL

Preimplantation genetic testing is only possible on embryos created during IVF. The IVF process with PGT at CCRM Fertility of Miami, involves:

  • Taking medications to stimulate the ovaries to grow multiple eggs 
  • Surgical retrieval of mature eggs 
  • Fertilization of those eggs with prepared sperm in our laboratory
  • Culture of embryos to the blastocyst stage (5 or 6 days)
  • Removal of several cells from each embryo
  • Analysis of the chromosomes in the biopsied cells
  • Embryos free of chromosomal abnormalities are then frozen and can be transferred to the patient when they are ready

Our team will conduct a thorough evaluation of your medical history and you will undergo comprehensive fertility testing to find out if PGT is right for you.

Jonah Bardos
Jonah BardosMD, MBE
 Callum Potts
Callum PottsMD, MRMed
Ian Waldman
Ian WaldmanMD

FULLY IN-NETWORK INSURANCE PLANS

CCRM Fertility of Miami participates with numerous insurance and fertility benefit providers. Our team is committed to helping our patients understand their insurance coverage and identify any potential gaps in coverage that may exist. We also partner with Future Family to offer financing options and offer multi-cycle packages to help make treatment more affordable.

Fully In-Network Insurance Plans

  • Assure
  • Bonei Olam
  • Carrot**
  • Future Family
  • Livestrong
  • Maven
  • Optum Fertility Solutions**
  • Progyny**
  • Stork Club**
  • United Healthcare
  • WIN Fertility**

**Carrot, Optum, Stork Club, Progyny, and WINFertility benefits vary based on your employer. Please reach out to your care navigator with these companies prior to scheduling with CCRM Fertility.

Partially In-Network Insurance Plans*

  • Aetna
  • Florida Blue

*Insurance plans that are partially in-network with CCRM only cover physician consults, in-office procedures, ultrasounds, laboratory services (including embryology fees), blood work, and andrology services. Partially in-network plans DO NOT cover services provided by the Surgery Center, which include Surgery Center fees. If you have coverage for fertility services, we are happy to submit your claims to your insurance on your behalf. Our surgery center is currently not in-network with any commercial insurance carriers. You will be asked to pay at the time of service for the surgery facility and associated fees. However, we are happy to provide you with an itemized receipt for you to submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.

CCRM Fertility of Miami is also proud to partner with Future Family. They offer flexible financing options to help pay for treatment, including 0% APR to low monthly payment plans****, that allow you to pay over 3 to 60 months. Future Family financing is also a smart alternative to high-interest credit cards. Prequalifying is easy and won’t affect your credit score. Learn More****Terms and conditions apply.