Chromosomal mosaicism in human blastocysts: the ultimate diagnostic dilemma

Human Reproduction Update
Mina PopovicB Heindryckx

Abstract

Trophectoderm (TE) biopsy and next generation sequencing (NGS) are currently the preferred techniques for preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidies (PGT-A). Although this approach delivered important improvements over previous testing strategies, increased sensitivity has also prompted a rise in diagnoses of uncertain clinical significance. This includes reports of chromosomal mosaicism, suggesting the presence of karyotypically distinct cells within a single TE biopsy. Given that PGT-A relies on the chromosomal constitution of the biopsied cells being representative of the entire embryo, the prevalence and clinical implications of blastocyst mosaicism continue to generate considerable controversy. The objective of this review was to evaluate existing scientific evidence regarding the prevalence and impact of chromosomal mosaicism in human blastocysts. We discuss insights from a biological, technical and clinical perspective to examine the implications of this diagnostic dilemma for PGT-A. The PubMed and Google Scholar databases were used to search peer-reviewed publications using the following terms: 'chromosomal mosaicism', 'human', 'embryo', 'blastocyst', 'implantation', 'next generation sequencing' and 'clinical mana...Continue Reading

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