Ep 82: Understanding Mosaicism with Teresa Cacchione

One of the hottest topics in IVF is mosaic embryos, but not many of us understand what this means, or how mosaic embryos happen. Joining us in conversation is genetic counselor at RMA New York, Teresa Cacchione. Teresa’s position at the junction of science and reproductive medicine gives her unique insight into the latest research and clinical outcomes of mosaic embryos in IVF, and she shares this expertise today. We discuss how mosaic embryos are formed, debunk common myths surrounding them (no, age is not a factor!), and dissect how the testing to identify a mosaic embryo works as well as its shortfalls. Using simple analogies, Teresa brings this hot topic within easy understanding of anyone with a high-school biology background, and shares some comforting statistics on the birth outcomes should you choose to transfer a mosaic embryo. The goal of a genetic counselor is to enable you to make an informed choice, and Teresa certainly provides answers to all sorts of questions in today’s fascinating episode.