Test tube baby: a solution to infertility
Infertility is a huge problem for many couples. Fortunately, advances in modern medicine have brought about IVF technology. Test tube baby is a method that fertilized eggs are cultured in vitro and then implanted into the mother to help pregnancy. However, many infertile couples are concerned about how long it will take for IVF to become infertile and how long it will take for IVF to solve the problem of infertility. This article will elaborate from many aspects.
1. Infertility time and IVF
For infertile couples, waiting time is an important consideration. Generally speaking, if couples have tried to have a natural birth for about a year and still haven't been pregnant, they can consider IVF. However, this time is only a guide, and the actual situation may vary from person to person. Some couples may take longer, while others may decide to have IVF in a shorter time.
Before deciding on IVF, couples usually need to undergo a series of infertility tests. These tests are designed to determine the cause of infertility and assess the suitability of IVF. Common examinations include semen analysis, endometrial biopsy, and tubal patency test.
2. Cycle of IVF
Once couples decide to carry out IVF, the whole process usually takes a long time. The IVF cycle includes multiple steps, including ovulation guidance, egg collection, sperm removal, in vitro fertilization, embryo culture and embryo implantation. The duration of the whole cycle varies from individual to individual, but it usually takes weeks to months.
First, women receive ovulation guidance therapy to promote the development of eggs. The eggs were then collected by ovarian puncture. Men need to provide sperm samples. In the laboratory, eggs and sperm combine in vitro and form embryos after culture.
In the process of embryo culture, doctors will carefully monitor the quality and development of embryos. Generally speaking, embryo culture takes 5 to 6 days. Finally, doctors implant the best quality embryo into the female uterus, hoping that it can be successfully implanted and developed into a fetus.
3. Probability of solving infertility problem
IVF is not a 100% solution to infertility. The success rate depends on many factors, including female age, egg and sperm quality, uterus condition, etc. According to statistics, the success rate of IVF is usually between 30% and 50%.
However, for some specific reasons of infertility, IVF may have a higher success rate. For example, if the infertility of infertile couples is caused by female fallopian tube blockage or male sperm quality problems, IVF may be a good choice. However, for some chronic infertility syndromes, the success rate of IVF may be low.
4. Select professional hospital
Since IVF is a complex medical process, it is very important to choose a professional hospital. In China, many well-known hospitals provide IVF services, such as the Reproductive Medicine Center of Peking Union Medical College Hospital and the Reproductive Medicine Center of Xinhua Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine.
These hospitals have advanced equipment and experienced doctor teams, which can provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment services for infertile couples. When choosing a hospital, couples can consult past patient feedback, successful cases, professional qualifications of the hospital and other information to make a wise decision.
summary
Test tube baby is an effective way to help infertile couples solve the problem of infertility. Although each couple's situation is different, generally speaking, if the infertility lasts more than one year, couples can consider IVF. The whole cycle of IVF babies varies from weeks to months, and the success rate depends on many factors. Therefore, it is very important to choose a professional hospital. I hope this article can provide useful information for infertile couples and help them make correct decisions.
