Definition of IVF
IVF is the process of cultivating and storing embryos in the laboratory through assisted reproductive technology, and implanting them into the mother to develop into babies. This technology is often used to help couples who are difficult to conceive naturally or cannot conceive naturally achieve their fertility aspirations. Test tube baby is a great progress in modern medicine, which provides new opportunities for many infertile patients.
The process of IVF birth
The IVF process usually includes the following main steps.
First, women receive a series of assisted reproductive technology diagnoses to determine whether they are suitable for the IVF procedure. This includes checking the ovulation cycle, ovarian function, endometrium, etc.
Next, women receive hormone therapy to promote follicular development. Doctors use ultrasound to monitor the development of follicles. Once they reach the proper size, they will collect eggs.
The collected eggs will be fertilized in vitro with male sperm in the laboratory. Doctors precisely control the fertilization process, and cultivate the fertilized eggs into embryos.
In the process of embryo culture, doctors choose the healthiest and most promising embryos to be implanted into the mother. Before embryo implantation, women may need to receive hormone therapy for a period of time to increase the success rate of implantation. If the embryo is successfully implanted, it will continue to develop in the mother's body and eventually give birth to a healthy baby.
Development of IVF technology
IVF technology began in the 1970s and has been widely used worldwide. Many famous hospitals and professional institutions around the world provide IVF services.
With the continuous progress of technology, the success rate of IVF is also gradually improving. Improved culture medium, better embryo selection technology and precise control of hormone therapy all play an important role in improving the success rate of IVF.
IVF technology is also developing, and a series of auxiliary technologies have emerged. For example, the freezing and storage technology of eggs gives women more choices and better control. Genetic screening of embryos and gene editing technology also provide more information and options for couples.
Ethical and Legal Problems of IVF
The development of IVF technology has also triggered a series of ethical and legal issues. Some people worry that IVF may lead to health problems of infants or transmission of genetic diseases. However, long-term studies have found that there is no obvious evidence that there are differences in health and intelligence between IVF and naturally conceived infants.
In addition, the high cost of IVF also makes some people unable to bear. This has raised the issue of social fairness and fair distribution of medical resources.
As for legal issues, different countries and regions have different laws and regulations on IVF. Some countries prohibit or restrict IVF, while some countries have carried out clear supervision and management.
Summary
IVF is the process of cultivating and storing embryos in the laboratory through assisted reproductive technology, and implanting them into the mother to develop into babies. This technology has been widely used in the world and is developing continuously. Although there are some ethical and legal issues, IVF has brought new hope to many infertile patients and provided them with opportunities to achieve their reproductive aspirations.
