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Trophectoderm Biopsy and Cell Preparation for PGT, Livingston, NJ COE
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Course Details
Location
This course will be held at our CooperSurgical Center of Excellence at Livingston, New Jersey, USA.
Course Type
2 day Hands-on Course
Course Description
This two-day hands-on course will be a step-by-step practical guide to trophectoderm (TE) biopsy and cell preparation for PGT. 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 and hands-on training on a mouse model is included.
Course Objectives
- To learn about the practice of trophectoderm biopsy and cell preparation for PGT in the laboratory
- To learn about the equipment set up for biopsy and cell preparation
- To have step-by-step hands-on experience of the biopsy of cells from different mouse blastocyst stages, as well as cell preparation working with a mouse model
- To learn about quality performances
- To get tips and tricks and troubleshooting solutions
Target Audience
Lab technicians, clinical embryologists, and research scientists
Educational needs and expected outcomes
The course aims to provide you with:
- an introduction to the biopsy equipment set-up, including choice of microtools and media used
- initiation in hands-on training of trophectoderm biopsy and cell preparation for PGT
- knowledge of setting up and maintaining quality in your biopsy project in your lab
Educational methods
Demonstrations and hands-on training on trophectoderm biopsy, using mouse embryos, and cell preparation for genomic testing.
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.
Certificate of attendance
Participants obtain a certificate of attendance after attending all modules and completing the Course evaluation at the end of the Course.
