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Fertility Glossary

Chromosomal abnormality

An abnormal number or structure of chromosomes.

Most early pregnancy losses are caused by chromosomal abnormalities in the embryo. These usually arise by chance and become more common with age.

Related terms

PGT-A

Preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy.

Miscarriage

Pregnancy loss before 20 weeks.

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