New Embryo Tests To Cut Risk Of Genetic Disorders

THOUSANDS of couples at risk of having sick children could benefit from a new test to ensure their babies are free from genetic disorders. Scientists will today announce a new technique which will allow the number of diseases which embryos can be tested for to be extended dramatically. It could mean people at risk of having children with conditions such as muscular dystrophy or cystic fibrosis will instead, through In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF), be able to have healthy babies.

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