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Blastocyst

A mammalian blastula in which some differentiation of cells has occurred.

Preimplantation Genetic Screening

Is a screening test used to determine if chromosomal disorders are present in embryos produced through in vitro fertilization (IVF).

Zygote

A diploid cell resulting from the fusion of two haploid gametes; a fertilized ovum; sperm plus the egg. 

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