In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a fertility treatment method that involves fertilizing an egg with sperm outside of the body, in a laboratory setting. The term “in vitro” translates to “in glass,” reflecting the fact that fertilization occurs in a laboratory dish rather than inside the body. IVF is one of the most widely used assisted reproductive technologies (ART) and has helped millions of couples worldwide to conceive. IVF may be recommended for couples who have struggled with infertility due to various factors, including blocked fallopian tubes, ovulation disorders, male factor infertility, or unexplained infertility. It may also be used in cases where other fertility treatments have been unsuccessful. IVF success rates can vary depending on factors such as the woman’s age, the cause of infertility, and the quality of the embryos transferred.
In vitro fertilisation (IVF) holds out hope for couples who have been facing months or even years of infertility. It is a particularly favoured technique by couples who face specific challenges that rule out other options.
TUBAL INFERTILITY
Tubeal infertility occurs when a woman’s fallopian tubes are blocked or damaged, preventing her from conceiving. These tubes are crucial for the passage of eggs from the ovaries to the uterus, where fertilization occurs.
ANOMALIES IN SPERM
Sperm anomalies, also known as defects, are variations in the motility, size, shape, or function of sperm cells, which can significantly affect men’s natural conceiving ability.
TIME LAPSE MONITORING
Time-lapse monitoring is a cutting-edge technique in assisted reproductive technology (ART) that monitors the growth of embryos in the lab, enhancing in vitro fertilization.
PREIMPLANTATION GENETIC TESTING
Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) is a reproductive technique used to check for genetic abnormalities in embryos before in vitro fertilization (IVF). PGT increases the chances of a healthy pregnancy and reduces the risk of genetic disease transmission to progeny when embryos are free of certain illnesses or chromosomal abnormalities.