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Should we get PGD with an ET?

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My RE has suggested we spend an extra $4,000 to get a PGD test when we have our 1st ET. This is the first time I am having IVF and he implied that our best chances of conceiving is the first time and our chances decrease significantly with each try. Therefore, he suggested having a PGD test so the best eggs are used. What do all of you think?

To be honest, I am begining to panic that IVF won't work and we won't be able to have children. My RE said they will only do 2-3 IVF cycles.......Am I just worrying - help!
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Have you had previos abnormal pregnancies? PGD is definitely used with pt's that have had chromosomal abnormalities and you want to minimize that risk. It does wean out the stronger eggs...it's more common to use in women over age 35, but studies have shown increased risk of chromosomal abnormalities with pt's undergoign IVF. THey usually (according to a few of my books) do this after a failed IVF, but why fail if you can good a good egg by doing it?
Have you ever miscarried? This is more reason to do it. It's pretty common....
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