Ovation Fertility Preimplantation Genetic Test Failures
Rocky McElhaney Law Firm is now taking cases related to Ovation Fertility, an IVF genetic testing company. Due to a testing disaster and subsequent cover-up at Ovation’s laboratory, many reports on IVF samples are unreliable. We are currently investigating reports that a number of preimplantation genetic tests (PGT) performed by Ovation Fertility were faulty, leading people to make important family planning decisions on inconclusive data, including implanting or destroying embryos.
If you underwent PGTs at Ovation Fertility in Nashville, don’t delay – call Rocky McElhaney Law Firm today to get started.
What happened at Ovation Fertility?
Ovation Fertility provides lab services, donor services, genetics testing, and off-site storage to individuals and families. However, they experienced a lab failure that led to unreliable and inconclusive test results. This means that IVF patients who relied on Ovation for their genetic testing may have been forced to undergo expensive and unnecessary treatment – or may have lost their opportunity to have a child at all.
At Rocky McElhaney Law Firm, our Nashville attorneys are currently reviewing cases related to Ovation’s faulty tests, which include:
- Discarding viable embryos
- Destroying or putting viable embryos at risk with unnecessary biopsies
- Implanting non-viable or damaged embryos
- Undergoing unnecessary rounds of IVF
- Ending IVF treatments prematurely based on faulty genetic tests
What are preimplantation genetic tests?
According to Johns Hopkin Medicine, “Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) is a screening test that can be performed on embryos created via in vitro fertilization (IVF) to genetically analyze the embryos prior to transfer.”
This type of testing helps identify genetic conditions or chromosomal abnormalities in embryos, allowing parents and healthcare professionals to make informed decisions about which embryos to implant. The process involves obtaining eggs and sperm, fertilizing them in a laboratory to create embryos, and then conducting genetic testing on the embryos. Only embryos without identified genetic abnormalities are selected for implantation.
Why are PGTs necessary for families undergoing in vitro fertilization?
Johns Hopkins Medicine says that abnormal embryo genetics is “one of the most common reasons that an embryo transfer does not result in a pregnancy.” These tests can help eliminate that risk, which is beneficial for two reasons: not only does it increase the chance of a viable pregnancy, but it also reduces the need for additional rounds of IVF.
The in vitro fertilization process involves multiple steps, from inducing ovulation to retrieving the eggs, to creating viable embryos that can be implanted and/or frozen for future use. For most women, the egg retrievable process is minimally invasive and not particularly painful – “discomfort” is the most common descriptor we hear – but for others, egg retrieval can lead to severe cramping and pressure.
Furthermore, IVF is not inexpensive, and it is not always covered by insurance. According to the Dallas Morning News, more than 73,000 babies were born in 2023 via assisted reproductive technologies like in vitro fertilization (IVF). They also report that “one round of IVF in the U.S. costs $10,000 to $15,000.” For families who are using IVF and paying out-of-pocket, every round counts.
Where is Ovation Fertility located?
Ovation Fertility has a location in Nashville with andrology labs in Franklin and Murfreesboro, Tennessee. It also maintains offices in other states across the country.
Why are you reviewing cases against Ovation Fertility?
Losing a viable embryo – or implanting an embryo that has a genetic abnormality because the test result was wrong -- can be financially and emotionally devastating. Not only was that embryo a chance to be a parent, but it may have been the last chance for some. Some couples may be physically unable to produce any more eggs or sperm; some patients may be using frozen embryos that contain genetic material from a partner or spouse who passed away. And some folks may find that the future they envisioned for their family is vastly different because their child has an incurable genetic condition that will affect their lives forever.
As injury lawyers, we know firsthand how quickly life can change. We also know how often those changes are caused by the negligence or reckless behavior of others. We are in this fight with you because it is the right thing to do. You had a plan, and Ovation Fertility was not only negligent – they tried to cover up their negligence. Rocky McElhaney Law Firm want to help you hold them accountable.
What damages am I entitled to in a claim against Ovation Fertility?
If Ovation Fertility’s lab failure caused you harm, you can seek compensation for your losses. This can include:
- Medical expenses associated with IVF, genetic testing, and other applicable medical procedures
- Lost wages and income (if applicable)
- Pain and suffering, both physical and mental
- Loss of the embryos themselves, including the costs associated with cryo-preservation
At Rocky McElhaney Law Firm, we will fight to ensure you receive the full compensation to which you are entitled for your damages and losses. Talk to us today about your potential case – we are here to help.
Call Rocky McElhaney Law Firm in Nashville to talk about your case against Ovation Fertility
If you were affected by the issues at Ovation Fertility, talk to the lawyers at Rocky McElhaney Law Firm in Nashville today. We will stand up for your rights and fight to secure the compensation to which you’re entitled for what you’ve gone through. Please call us or fill out our contact form to get started. We have offices in Nashville, East Nashville, Hendersonville, and Clarksville for your convenience, and offer free consultations. We also offer phone and video consultation.