What purpose does testosterone have during an IVF treatment?

Last Update: 09/03/2019

Testosterone is sometimes used in assisted reproduction in an attempt to improve the response in women with low egg reserves.

Testosterone or DHEA pre-treatment appears to be associated with better live birth rates, although the quality of evidence is moderate.

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Bachelor's Degree in Medicine and Ph.D from the Complutense University of Madrid (UCM). Postgraduate Course in Statistics of Health Sciences. Doctor specialized in Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Assisted Procreation.

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