Introduction to the Genetics Laboratory at Shiraz Infertility Treatment Center

The Genetics Laboratory of Shiraz Fertility Center proudly announces

  • First private genetics laboratory conducting Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD)
  • First to perform HLA-PGD Matching in Iran
  • First to perform PGD for three genetic mutations simultaneously in a couple
  • PGD for all monogenic diseases, and also…
  • It is the leading provider of PGD for sex selection in southern Iran,

Having provided a complete range of PGD services and all genetic tests to its clients since 2012. With the collaboration of top genetics experts, a unique collection of modern laboratory equipment, and reliance on up-to-date technical knowledge, this laboratory has taken a significant step in providing high-quality services to its clients.

Notable activities of this center include performing over 800 molecular PGDs, 500 CGH array-PGDs, and PGD for sex selection for over 10,000 couples.

Currently, the Genetics Laboratory at Shiraz Infertility Treatment Center is supervised by Dr. Reza Pajumand, a medical geneticist.

Achievements of the Genetics Laboratory at Shiraz Infertility Treatment Center

  • Treatment of the first child with major thalassemia using the matching HLA-PGD method with their newly born brother through PGD-IVF in Iran.
  • First PGD performed for three disease genes simultaneously in Iran.
  • First thalassemia PGD in southern Iran.
  • First CGH array-PGD performed for parental chromosomal structural abnormalities in southern Iran.
  • First PGD for gender selection in southern Iran.
  • More than 10,000 PGD procedures performed for gender selection.
  • Over 800 molecular PGD procedures performed to prevent the transmission of genetic diseases.
  • More than 500 CGH array-PGD procedures performed for chromosomal structural abnormalities.
  • Over 200 PGD procedures performed due to recurrent miscarriages.
  • Over 150 PGD procedures performed due to failed IVF attempts.
  • Over 150 PGD procedures performed for advanced maternal age to ensure a healthy and successful pregnancy.

Report of the birth of a healthy child in Shiraz from parents who were carriers of 3 genetic diseases.