The state-of-the-art fertility technology Noble Fertility Center in New York City uses can help you predetermine the sex of your baby. Fertility specialist Peter Chang, MD, uses several methods for gender selection, including preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD). Call the Murray Hill, Manhattan, office or use the online tool to schedule an appointment to determine if gender selection is right for you.
Gender Selection Q & A
Why would I consider gender selection?
Gender selection means you play a role in choosing the preferred sex of your baby. You may opt for gender selection to prevent certain diseases with links to specific sex chromosomes. You may also want to choose a certain gender to add more balance to your family.
Gender selection is only possible in conjunction with artificial insemination or in vitro fertilization. The procedure you choose to undergo for gender selection depends on how important it is to you to get a baby with your preferred gender.
What is PGD for gender selection?
Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) determines whether an embryo carries the genes for certain inheritable diseases. PGD can also detect the gender of the embryo.
Noble Fertility Center uses PGD in conjunction with in vitro fertilization. The embryos created in the lab from the egg and sperm undergo a biopsy and specific chromosomal tests. These tests check for abnormalities like cystic fibrosis or Down syndrome as well as gender.
Dr. Chang delivers the healthiest embryos of the gender of preference to your uterus with hopes of implantation. PGD pretty much guarantees you get the gender of your choice; it’s 99% accurate.
To find out more about gender selection, call Noble Fertility Center, or use the online tool to schedule a consultation.
