Course Description

This course will be a step-by-step guide to Trophectoderm Biopsy and cell preparation for PGT, with a critical appraisal of the technique’s efficacy including the role of vitrification. Methods for biopsy and cell preparation via tubing including a description of pipettes, media, and equipment will be discussed in detail. Demonstration of both techniques video and/or and live demonstration is included.

Minimal expertise required for participation in the Course

Lab technicians, clinical embryologists, research scientists with micromanipulation experience wishing to learn the basics of trophectoderm biopsy and cell preparation for PGT and/or improve their technique.

Course Format

The course will be taught online, and the teaching methods will be adapted accordingly.

1 module of 75 minutes, 3 modules of 60 minutes including lecturing and interactive questioning and answering

Educational methods

Lectures, discussions and deomonstrations

The participant must have adequate Wi-Fi, camera, and audio to engage during the Course. Courses will be run via the Zoom platform.

Target Audience

Lab technicians, clinical embryologists, research scientists

Course Objectives

  • To learn about the theory and practice of trophectoderm biopsy and cell preparation the introduction of PGT to the clinical and laboratory setting
  • To learn about the role of vitrification in a PGT program
  • To learn about the introduction of this technique into the clinical and laboratory setting
  • To learn how to validate, train and maintain consistent outcomes
  • To get tips and tricks and troubleshooting solutions

Expected outcomes

The course aims to provide you with:

  • an introduction to the biopsy equipment set-up, including choice of microtools and media used
  • step by step description of trophectoderm biopsy and cell preparation for PGT
  • knowledge on setting up and maintaining quality in your biopsy project in your lab

Certificate of attendance

Participants obtain a certificate of attendance after attending all modules and completing the Course evaluation at the end of the Course.

Registration

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