What is an embryo?

By (psychologist).
Last Update: 02/11/2022

An embryo is an organism in its earliest stage of development, which is considered once the zygote divides. Therefore, from day 2 of development to week 9 of pregnancy, the term embryo is used.

In the field of assisted reproduction, embryo transfer in IVF treatment can be done with 3-day embryos or 5-day embryos, also called blastocysts.

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 Cristina  Algarra Goosman
Cristina Algarra Goosman
B.Sc., M.Sc.
Psychologist
Graduated in Psychology by the University of Valencia (UV) and specialized in Clinical Psychology by the European University Center and specific training in Infertility: Legal, Medical and Psychosocial Aspects by University of Valencia (UV) and ADEIT.
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