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Volozonoka L, Perminov D, Korņejeva L, Alkšere B, Novikova N, Pīmane EJ, Blumberga A, Kempa I, Miskova A, Gailīte L, Fodina V. Performance comparison of two whole genome amplification techniques in frame of multifactor preimplantation genetic testing. J Assist Reprod Genet 2018; 35:1457-1472. [PMID: 29687370 PMCID: PMC6086788 DOI: 10.1007/s10815-018-1187-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2017] [Accepted: 04/12/2018] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To compare multiple displacement amplification and OmniPlex whole genome amplification technique performance during array comparative genome hybridization (aCGH), Sanger sequencing, SNaPshot and fragment size analysis downstream applications in frame of multifactor embryo preimplantation genetic testing. METHODS Preclinical workup included linked short tandem repeat (STR) marker selection and primer design for loci of interest. It was followed by a family haplotyping, after which an in vitro fertilization preimplantation genetic testing (IVF-PGT) cycle was carried out. A total of 62 embryos were retrieved from nine couples with a confirmed single gene disorder being transmitted in their family with various inheritance traits-autosomal dominant (genes-ACTA2, HTT, KRT14), autosomal recessive (genes-ALOX12B, TPP1, GLB1) and X-linked (genes-MTM1, DMD). Whole genome amplification (WGA) for the day 5 embryo trophectoderm single biopsies was carried out by multiple displacement amplification (MDA) or polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-based technology OmniPlex and was used for direct (Sanger sequencing, fragment size analysis, SNaPshot) and indirect mutation assessment (STR marker haplotyping), and embryo aneuploidy testing by array comparative genome hybridization (aCGH). RESULTS Family haplotyping revealed informative/semi-informative microsatellite markers for all clinical cases for all types of inheritance. Indirect testing gave a persuasive conclusion for all embryos assessed, which was confirmed through direct testing. The overall allele dropout (ADO) rate was higher for PCR-based WGA, and MDA shows a better genomic recovery scale. Five euploid embryos were subjected to elective single embryo transfer (eSET), which resulted in four clinical pregnancies and birth of two healthy children, which proved free of disease causative variants running in the family postnataly. CONCLUSIONS A developed multifactor PGT protocol can be adapted and applied to virtually any genetic condition and is capable of improving single gene disorder preimplantation genetic testing in a patient-tailored manner thus increasing pregnancy rates, saving costs and increasing patient reliability.
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- Ludmila Volozonoka
- Scientific Laboratory of Molecular Genetics, Riga Stradins University, Dzirciema street 16, Riga, LV-1007, Latvia.
- Centre of Genetics, "IVF Riga" Reproductive Genetics Clinic, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia.
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- Centre of Genetics, "IVF Riga" Reproductive Genetics Clinic, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia
- Department of Molecular Biology, "E. Gulbja Laboratory", Riga, LV-1006, Latvia
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- Centre of Genetics, "IVF Riga" Reproductive Genetics Clinic, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia
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- Centre of Genetics, "IVF Riga" Reproductive Genetics Clinic, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia
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- Centre of Genetics, "IVF Riga" Reproductive Genetics Clinic, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Latvia, Riga, LV-1586, Latvia
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- Centre of Genetics, "IVF Riga" Reproductive Genetics Clinic, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia
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- Centre of Genetics, "IVF Riga" Reproductive Genetics Clinic, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia
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- Scientific Laboratory of Molecular Genetics, Riga Stradins University, Dzirciema street 16, Riga, LV-1007, Latvia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Riga Stradins University, Riga, LV-1007, Latvia
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- Scientific Laboratory of Molecular Genetics, Riga Stradins University, Dzirciema street 16, Riga, LV-1007, Latvia
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- Centre of Genetics, "IVF Riga" Reproductive Genetics Clinic, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia
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Lau EC. Preimplantation testing: Transition from genetic to genomic diagnosis. World J Med Genet 2012; 2:9-14. [DOI: 10.5496/wjmg.v2.i2.9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Preimplantation genetic testing refers to the procedure to determine the genetic status of embryos formed by in vitro fertilization (IVF) prior to initiating a pregnancy. Traditional genetic methods for preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) examine distinct parts of an individual genome, require the development of a custom assay for every patient family, and are time consuming and inefficient. In the last decade technologies for whole-genome amplification (WGA) from single cells have led to innovative strategies for preimplantation testing. Applications of WGA technology can lead to a universal approach that uses single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and mutations across the entire genome for the analysis. Single-cell WGA by multiple displacement amplification has enabled a linkage approach to PGD known as “preimplantation genetic haplotyping”, as well as microarray-based techniques for preimplantation diagnosis. The use of microarrays in preimplantation diagnosis has provided genome-wide testing for gains or losses of single chromosomes (aneuploidies) or chromosomal segments. Properly designed randomized controlled trials are, however, needed to determine whether these new technologies improve IVF outcomes by increasing implantation rates and decreasing miscarriage rates. In genotype analysis of single cells, allele dropout occurs frequently at heterozygous loci. Preimplantation testing of multiple cells biopsied from blastocysts, however, can reduce allele dropout rates and increase the accuracy of genotyping, but it allows less time for PGD. Future development of fast SNP microarrays will enable a universal preimplantation testing for aneuploidies, single-gene disorders and unbalanced translocations within the time frame of an IVF cycle.
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Lau EC, Janson MM, Roesler MR, Avner ED, Strawn EY, Bick DP. Birth of a healthy infant following preimplantation PKHD1 haplotyping for autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease using multiple displacement amplification. J Assist Reprod Genet 2010; 27:397-407. [PMID: 20490649 DOI: 10.1007/s10815-010-9432-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2010] [Accepted: 04/28/2010] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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PURPOSE To develop a reliable preimplantation genetic diagnosis protocol for couples who both carry a mutant PKHD1 gene wishing to conceive children unaffected with autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD). METHODS Development of a unique protocol for preimplantation genetic testing using whole genome amplification of single blastomeres by multiple displacement amplification (MDA), and haplotype analysis with novel short tandem repeat (STR) markers from the PKHD1 gene and flanking sequences, and a case report of successful utilization of the protocol followed by successful IVF resulting in the birth of an infant unaffected with ARPKD. RESULTS We have developed 20 polymorphic STR markers suitable for linkage analysis of ARPKD. These linked STR markers have enabled unambiguous identification of the PKHD1 haplotypes of embryos produced by at-risk couples. CONCLUSIONS We have developed a reliable protocol for preimplantation genetic diagnosis of ARPKD using single-cell MDA products for PKHD1 haplotyping.
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- Eduardo C Lau
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, 53226, USA.
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Dotan K, Feldman B, Goldman B, Peri Y, Peleg L. The single cell as a tool for genetic testing: credibility, precision, implication. J Assist Reprod Genet 2010; 27:335-41. [PMID: 20198415 DOI: 10.1007/s10815-010-9396-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2009] [Accepted: 02/04/2010] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To investigate the influence of amplicons size and cell type on allele dropout and amplification failures in single-cell based molecular diagnosis. METHODS 730 single lymphocytes and amniotic cells were collected from known heterozygotes individuals to one of the common Ashkenazi Jewish mutations: 1278+TATC and IVS12+1G>C which cause Tay Sachs Disease, IVS20+6T and 854A>C which underlie Familial Dysautonomia and Canavan Disease. DNA was extracted and analyzed by our routine methods. RESULTS Reduced rates of allele dropout and amplification failure were found when smaller amplification product were designed and in amniotic cultured cells compared to peripheral lymphocytes. Cultured lymphocytes, induced to divide, demonstrated significantly less allele dropout than non induced lymphocytes suggesting the role of division potential on amplification efficiency. CONCLUSION Single cell based diagnosis should be designed for each mutation. Minimal sized amplicons and cell having division potential should be preferred, as well as sensitive techniques to detect preferential amplification.
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- Keren Dotan
- Danek Gertner Institute of Human Genetics, Sheba Medical Center, Tel-Hashomer, Ramat Gan, 52621, Israel
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Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) for nonsyndromic deafness by polar body and blastomere biopsy. J Assist Reprod Genet 2009; 26:391-7. [PMID: 19728075 DOI: 10.1007/s10815-009-9335-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2009] [Accepted: 08/03/2009] [Indexed: 10/20/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Development of an efficient and reliable PGD protocol for nonsyndromic deafness, by polar body (PB) and blastomere PGD. METHODS The GJB2/GJB6 mutations along with 12 polymorphic markers were used in PGD analysis of blastomeres or polar bodies in 14 couples for 35 cycles. Marker informativity, diagnosis rates, Allele Drop Out (ADO) rates and PB1 heterozygosity rates were assessed. RESULTS Six cycles were performed by PB biopsy, 27 by blastomere and two combined cycles, resulting in delivery of three unaffected children and five ongoing pregnancies. Diagnosis rates for PB and blastomeres were similar. Only 17% PB1s were heterozygote. ADO rates of 19% were observed in both groups. CONCLUSIONS We have developed a single cell multiplex PGD protocol for nonsyndromic deafness with a high efficiency of diagnosis. Most PB1 are homozygous, and similar ADO rates were observed; therefore, blastomere biopsy appears to be the method of choice for this autosomal recessive disease.
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Ho PC. New frontiers of assisted reproductive technology (Chien Tien Hsu Memorial Lecture 2007). J Obstet Gynaecol Res 2009; 35:1-8. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1447-0756.2008.00957.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Altarescu G, Eldar Geva T, Brooks B, Margalioth E, Levy-Lahad E, Renbaum P. PGD on a recombinant allele: crossover between the TSC2 gene and 'linked' markers impairs accurate diagnosis. Prenat Diagn 2009; 28:929-33. [PMID: 18792920 DOI: 10.1002/pd.2070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Accounting for possible recombinations in developing an accurate preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) protocol based on familial haplotypes. METHODS Haplotypes were constructed from genomic DNA in a family where the male was affected with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC). Embryos were biopsied at day 3, and single blastomeres were analyzed by multiplex polymerase chain reactions (PCRs) including multiple microsatellite markers and single-cell sequencing. RESULTS Informative markers used in the initial haplotype analysis, based on the genomic DNA of the parents and affected child, were analyzed in the first PGD cycle. All embryos appeared to show recombination and none were transferred. Prior to the next cycle, the parents of the affected male were included in the haplotype analysis, demonstrating that the affected child had a recombinant allele. In the second PGD cycle, two non-recombinant intragenic single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) were used with the TSC2 mutation and four microsatellite markers for a second PGD cycle. In this cycle two wild-type embryos were transferred, resulting in the birth of a healthy girl carrying the wild-type TSC2 allele. CONCLUSIONS PGD analysis requires the use of more than one meiosis for constructing accurate haplotypes. Testing for multiple closely linked markers and the familial mutation are necessary to detect recombination events and enable precise diagnosis.
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- Gheona Altarescu
- Medical Genetics Unit, Zohar PGD Lab, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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Rappaport VJ. Prenatal Diagnosis and Genetic Screening—Integration into Prenatal Care. Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am 2008; 35:435-58, ix. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ogc.2008.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Bick SL, Bick DP, Wells BE, Roesler MR, Strawn EY, Lau EC. Preimplantation HLA haplotyping using tri-, tetra-, and pentanucleotide short tandem repeats for HLA matching. J Assist Reprod Genet 2008; 25:323-31. [PMID: 18677557 DOI: 10.1007/s10815-008-9233-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2007] [Accepted: 06/11/2008] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To aid couples wishing to conceive children who are HLA matched to a sibling in need of a hematopoietic progenitor cell transplant, we developed a preimplantation HLA haplotype analysis of embryos that utilizes tri-, tetra-, and pentanucleotide STR markers. METHODS For preimplantation HLA genotyping, we use polymorphic STR markers located across the HLA and flanking regions, selecting exclusively tri-, tetra-, and pentanucleotide repeats. These markers can be resolved using either capillary electrophoresis (CE) or polyacrylamide gels. RESULTS We have developed 43 reliable STR markers for preimplantation HLA matching. Selected STR markers enabled unambiguous identification of embryos whose HLA haplotypes were matched with the affected patient using polyacrylamide gel or capillary electrophoresis. CONCLUSIONS The use of tri-, tetra-, and pentanucleotide repeat markers and polyacrylamide gels for STR genotyping in HLA matching is a simple and cost effective approach to clinical testing.
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- Sarah L Bick
- Division of Medical Genetics, Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI 53226, USA
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Altarescu G, Renbaum P, P BB, Margalioth EJ, Chetrit AB, Munter G, Levy-Lahad E, Eldar-Geva T. Successful polar body-based preimplantation genetic diagnosis for achondroplasia. Reprod Biomed Online 2008; 16:276-82. [DOI: 10.1016/s1472-6483(10)60586-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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It has become evident that advances in farm animal reproduction have become increasingly dependent on fundamental scientific research in addition to an understanding of the physiological processes involved in reproduction. As a consequence, most innovations are now coming from a long linear process starting with fundamental scientific research to their application on the farm and lastly, consumer acceptance. The emerging perception of life's complexity is also indicating that technical advances must be better understood before they are implemented by the producer and accepted by the public. To the biological complexity, one must now add the complexity of human interaction on a global level through regulation, international trade and public information. In this context, more than ever, advancements in animal reproduction must be developed in parallel with the scientific understanding of the cause and consequences of human intervention.
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- M-A Sirard
- Centre de Recherche en Biologie de la Reproduction, Department of Animal Sciences, Laval University, Pav. Comtois, Sainte-Foy, Québec, Canada G1K 7P4.
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