sperm capacitation
How can you maximise the chances of getting pregnant naturally?
When a couple starts looking for a pregnancy, sometimes it does not come as soon as desired. However, the probability of pregnancy per menstrual cycle, in a young couple, is only about 25%. Therefore, it is common to take a few months to achieve pregnancy. Read more
Advanced sperm analysis: evaluating the total motile sperm count
The TMSC semen analysis is a male fertility test to determine the concentration of progressive motile sperm in a semen sample. Read more
What are the advantages & disadvantages of artifical insemination?
Artificial insemination (AI) is a simple, painless and inexpensive assisted reproductive technique. However, the probability of pregnancy with AI is lower than with IVF. Read more
What Are the Steps of Fertilization in Humans?
Fertilization of the egg is essential for pregnancy to occur. The union of the egg and sperm can occur naturally in the fallopian tubes or in vitro in the laboratory. Once the egg is fertilized, the zygote is formed, which will divide and move until it reaches the uterus. Read more
What is sperm cell capacitation? - definition and the in vitro techniques
"In vitro" sperm capacitation is a process that can be carried out using two techniques: swim-up or density gradient centrifugation. When "in vivo", it occurs within the female reproductive system. Read more
Improving Sperm Selection with MACS: Definition & Indication
The MACS technique, also known as 'annexin V columns', is used to magnetically separate poorer quality spermatozoa. Specifically, it separates healthy sperm from sperm that have started apoptosis and are therefore destined to die soon. Read more
Assisted reproduction techniques: differences and complexities
Assisted reproduction techniques are classified into low or high complexity treatments, depending on whether it is artificial insemination or IVF/ICSI, for example. The choice of one fertility treatment or another will depend on the characteristics and needs of each patient, as well as the reason for infertility. Read more
Post-Testicular Factors of Male Infertility - Causes & Treatment
Male sterility produced by a post testicular factor refers to the alteration of the semen or spermatozoa once they have been produced in the testicles. The main causes are related to the transport and expulsion of sperm through the seminal ducts. Read more
What is INVO? - Advantages and disadvantages of this method
The INVO method consists of a device that contains the eggs and sperm together with the culture medium. It is introduced inside the body so that the embryos are formed. The embryos are then observed and the best quality one is transferred. Read more
The IVF Process - How Is It Done Step by Step?
The following are the basic steps of every IVF procedure: ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, embryo culture, and embryo transfer. Get the details of each with this guide. Read more
IVF1 - Randy Morris MD
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IVF1 is a fertility clinic with 3 offices, they provide different reproductive options to cater to all kinds of patients. Read more
