A modified protocol for ploidy manipulation uses a heat shock to induce a one-cycle stall in cytokinesis in the early embryo. This protocol is demonstrated in the zebrafish but may be applicable to other species.
Baars, D. L., Takle, K. A., Heier, J., Pelegri, F. Ploidy Manipulation of Zebrafish Embryos with Heat Shock 2 Treatment. J. Vis. Exp. (118), e54492, doi:10.3791/54492 (2016).