Science reported backlash from the Psychiatric Genomics Consortium over Orchid’s use of research data for embryo polygenic screening; the group said its data-use terms were violated, and Orchid denied improper use.
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Orchid is a San Francisco-based reproductive technology company offering CAP/CLIA-certified whole-genome embryo screening for IVF and preconception genetic testing to help prospective parents assess monogenic and polygenic disease risk.
Primary product
Whole Genome Embryo Screening / Embryo Report (PGT-WGS)
Founded
2020
Headquarters
San Francisco, California, United States
Team size
20-30
Work style
Flexible
Industry
Biotechnology Research
Sub-industry
Reproductive genetics / IVF embryo screening / clinical genetic testing
Offices
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Business model
Stage
Series A
Total raised
$16.5M
Latest round
Series A · Dec 2023
Latest amount
$12M
Dec 2023 · Prometheus Fund
Aug 2022
Apr 2021 · Refactor Capital
Leadership
Founder and CEO
Executive Vice President, Medical Director
Head of Engineering
Director of Clinical Genetics & Product
Lead Bioinformatics Scientist
Medical Laboratory Director
Director of Clinical Partnerships, West
Investors
Mission-driven, low-ego team of optimistic builders focused on helping families have healthy babies and extending the next generation’s healthspan.
Work style
Flexible
Compensation
Orchid’s careers page advertises competitive compensation with base salary, equity, and generous benefits.
Benefits
Pricing
Per-embryo screening; Orchid’s clinician page lists standard Preimplantation Whole-Genome Sequencing at $2,500 per embryo.
Differentiators
Technology
Customers
Competitors
Estimated revenue
$1M-$10M
Estimated monthly visits
35.5K
Traffic estimate as of Jun 2026
Science reported backlash from the Psychiatric Genomics Consortium over Orchid’s use of research data for embryo polygenic screening; the group said its data-use terms were violated, and Orchid denied improper use.
SourceMajor 2025 coverage in The Washington Post/MSN highlighted ongoing controversy over Orchid’s embryo screening, including ethics, scientific skepticism, and concerns about polygenic risk prediction accuracy.
SourceFast Company · Sep 2025
A deep feature on Orchid and embryo screening, framing the company as part of the broader Silicon Valley fertility-tech wave and discussing its controversial polygenic risk approach.
The Washington Post / MSN · Jul 2025
A wide-ranging report on Orchid’s embryo screening, its use by wealthy tech families, and the ethics and scientific criticism surrounding polygenic selection.
CNBC · May 2025
Video interview covering Orchid’s screening process, pricing, nationwide availability outside New York, and the company’s push to prevent genetic disease before birth.
The New York Times · Apr 2025
An opinion feature discussing Orchid’s embryo screening, polygenic risk scores, and the broader debate over reproductive choice and embryo selection.
CNBC · Dec 2023
Launch coverage for Orchid’s whole-genome embryo sequencing test, including the $2,500-per-embryo price and the $12 million funding announcement.