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preimplantation

preimplantation

8.1
Happening before an embryo attaches to the womb
  • adjective
  • /priːˌɪmplænˈteɪʃən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : preimplantación
  • The couple opted for preimplantation genetic diagnosis to reduce the risk of inherited disorders.

Examples

  • Doctors often assess preimplantation embryos for genetic issues.

  • Advances in preimplantation screening have improved the success rates of in vitro fertilization.

  • Researchers are studying the effects of preimplantation environments on embryo development.

  • The preimplantation stage is crucial for embryo development.

  • The couple opted for preimplantation genetic diagnosis to reduce the risk of inherited disorders.

  • Advances in preimplantation screening have improved the success rates of in vitro fertilization.

  • Doctors often assess preimplantation embryos for genetic issues.

Surface Forms

preimplantation positive

Morphology

preimplantation = implantation (transparent) = pre + implant + ation

The prefix 'pre-' straightforwardly means 'before', so the adjective means 'before implantation'.

Etymology

Preimplantation breaks down into pre- 'before' and implantation, from a root that means 'to plant' (think plant). So preimplantation as an adjective describes something that happens before an embryo is 'planted' in the uterus.