Which specialist performs PGT-A?

PGT-A, or preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy, is part of an assisted reproduction cycle. The reproductive medicine specialist plans the fertility treatment, discusses whether testing fits your circumstances, and coordinates embryo transfer decisions. Embryologists handle fertilisation, embryo culture, biopsy, and preparation of samples for the genetics laboratory.

A genetics professional can explain what the laboratory report can and cannot show, including findings that may be uncertain or require discussion. PGT-A does not replace pregnancy testing or routine prenatal care, and the fertility team will explain the next steps for any embryo result.

Ask your fertility clinic whether PGT-A is performed within the clinic or through a partner laboratory. Discuss your reproductive history, treatment plan, embryo biopsy process, sample handling, expected reporting time, and how results may affect embryo selection. Request genetic counselling if you want help understanding possible findings before deciding.

Clarify who will contact you with results and whether a follow-up appointment is included. Keep copies of relevant fertility and genetic records, and tell the team about any previous genetic test results or pregnancy losses.

Contact your clinic promptly for severe pain, heavy bleeding, fever, breathing difficulty, or marked abdominal swelling during fertility treatment. These symptoms may relate to treatment rather than the testing laboratory itself and need clinical assessment. Ask for urgent guidance if you are unsure which medicine to take or if you cannot attend a monitoring appointment.

Ask which reproductive medicine specialist will coordinate care, which laboratory performs the testing, who provides genetic counselling, how results are reported, and what options exist for each type of embryo result.