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How long do PGD results take?

By Álvaro Martínez Moro B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).
Last Update: 02/24/2022

The time in which the results of the PGD are provided is usually between 2 and 4 weeks, although these may vary depending on the technique, the genetic laboratory, etc. Also, some laboratories offer the possibility of making a diagnosis in 24 hours, although these cases are usually studied, both because of the costs and the associated risks.

Imagen: Time to obtain PGD results

An important aspect is the case in which a previous genetic study is required to analyze hereditary diseases. These cases involve a variable prior study depending on the pathology and knowledge of the disease that can take up to 2 months. After this period of time, the assisted reproduction treatment must be carried out, which will conclude with the genetic diagnosis. In other words, this process can take up to 4 months.

Read the full article on: What is preimplantation genetic diagnosis or PGD? ( 85).
 Álvaro  Martínez Moro
Álvaro Martínez Moro
B.Sc., M.Sc.
Embryologist
Álvaro Martínez Moro has a degree in Biology from the University of Granada and a Masters in Advanced Biotechnology from the University of A Coruña. He also holds his own Masters in Human Reproduction from the Complutense University of Madrid and another in Medical Genetics from the University of Valencia. In addition, he is a postgraduate specialist in Clinical Genetics from the University of Alcalá de Henares.
Embryologist. Álvaro Martínez Moro has a degree in Biology from the University of Granada and a Masters in Advanced Biotechnology from the University of A Coruña. He also holds his own Masters in Human Reproduction from the Complutense University of Madrid and another in Medical Genetics from the University of Valencia. In addition, he is a postgraduate specialist in Clinical Genetics from the University of Alcalá de Henares.