Couple Karyotyping (pblc)

Requirement: No special precautions are necessary before getting test done

Interpretation:

Karyotyping can identify the cause for infertility or repeated miscarriage. Knowing why you can’t get pregnant, or why you keep miscarrying, may help your doctor recommend the best treatment options.Testing done before fertility treatment is to avoid passing on a genetic birth defect to a future child. Looking at results your doctor may also be able to advise you on the IVF related risks and chances of carrying viable pregnancy. This also decreases the odds of miscarriage in IVF guided pregnancy with pre-implantation screening performed for both parents, which can be important for couples emotionally.

Parental karyotyping will help couple to understand their options and ways to attain future viable pregnancy.