CooperSurgical Virtual Course: Trophectoderm Biopsy and Cell Prep for PGT
Virtual Course covering all important aspects of Trophectoderm Biopsy and Cell Preparation for PGT
Date and time
Location
Online
About this event
- 5 hours
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 using video is included.
Course Objectives
- To learn about the theory and practice of trophectoderm biopsy and cell preparation for 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
Target Audience
Lab technicians, clinical embryologists, and research scientists
Educational needs and expected outcomes
The course aims to discuss
- an insight in Reproductive Genetics
- knowledge on the technical aspects of the trophectoderm biopsy and cell preparation for PGT
- an introduction to the micromanipulation equipment set-up, including choice of microtools and troubleshooting
- knowledge of the role of vitrification in a PGT program
- knowledge of setting up and maintaining quality in your biopsy project in your lab
Educational methods
Lectures, discussions, demonstrations
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.
Minimal technology requirements for participation
The participant must have adequate WiFi, camera, and audio to engage during the course. Courses will be run via the Zoom platform.
Certificate of attendance
Participants obtain a certificate of attendance after attending all modules and completing the Course evaluation at the end of the Course.
What’s included
• Attendance to the modules, lectures, exercises, and Q&A sessions
• Syllabus of the Course.
• Certificate of attendance after attendance of all modules and after completion of the evaluation of the Course
Frequently asked questions
You can join from any computer/laptop with wifi and a webcam/microphone.
We request that you do not join from a mobile phone because the experience will be degraded.
Your certificate will be emailed to you after you complete the post-course feedback form.