Microsort - Embryo Selection - Dr Ericsson franchises.

Microsort, Embryo Selection and Dr Ericsson, are 3 ways offered with sperm separated on the laboratory table, according to the X (girl) or Y (boy) DNA and then fertilising the egg with the assumed boy or girl sperm. Some problem still lies with the efficacity of reliable separation of the X or Y chromosome sperm as the difference in weight or size is negligible, (there are 22 other chromosomes). It is still illegal in some countries. Most mothers need several attempts before they become fertile; the cost is usually around $1000 per attempted insemination.

Apparently the artificial method of sperm separation is safe but there has not been enough cases or time to be sure. The "Embryo selection" should allow for total success but there has been little use of it since 1998. The Ericsson method boasts of 70% success rate for boys only.

I will be happy to discuss my personal views on gender selection with you apart, of course, from repeating the above information. Just e-mail me.

All the best!