Trophectoderm Biopsy for PGT Course – India
Course Details
Location
This course will be held at the Center of Excellence in Mumbai, India.
Course Type
2 day-Course -Advanced
Course Description
This two-day workshop aims to provide an introduction to the genetics services used in ART and PGT as a screening tool for embryo selection, together with the procedures used in embryo biopsy and handling of biopsied cells.
Methods for biopsy and cell tubing, including pipettes, media and equipment will be discussed. Hands-on sessions will allow participants to practice biopsy of trophectoderm cells and preparing them for analysis using mouse embryos.
Course Objectives
- To learn about current trends in PGT
- To have hands-on practise in trophectoderm biopsy and cell preparation.
- To learn about the introduction of PGT to the clinical and laboratory setting
Target Audience
Lab technicians, clinical embryologists, research scientists with micromanipulation experience wishing to learn the basics of trophectoderm biopsy or improve their technique.
Educational needs and expected outcomes
The course aims to provide you with:
- An introduction to the biopsy equipment set-up, including choice of microtools and troubleshooting
- Hands-on training – step by step – in trophectoderm biopsy
- An insight into considerations when introducing PGT
Educational methods
Lectures, discussions, demonstrations and hands-on training
Minimal expertise required for participation in the Course
It is essential that participants have experience of micromanipulation techniques, though not necessarily oocyte or embryo biopsy.
Certificate of attendance
Participants obtain a certificate of attendance after attending all modules and completing the Course evaluation at the end of the Course.
What’s included
- Attendance to the modules, lectures, exercises, and Q&A sessions
- Syllabus of the Course
- Hands-on training
- Certificate of attendance after attendance of all modules and after completion of the evaluation of the Course
What’s not included?
- Transportation to and from India
- Accommodation
- Cost for Visa application
- Participants are advised to organise a personal travel insurance.
