1. Definition of IVF
Test tube baby refers to the baby that combines eggs and sperm in vitro, cultivates embryos in the laboratory, and finally transfers the embryos to the female uterus through artificial assisted reproduction technology, so as to achieve pregnancy and delivery.
IVF is a kind of technology that doctors assist gametes and embryos in the laboratory, which can help couples who are unable to conceive naturally for various reasons to realize their dreams of fertility.
IVF technology is not magic magic, but through scientific means to help those couples who can not successfully conceive due to the quality problems of female eggs or male sperm. This technology has been widely used in the world, and many successful cases have been achieved.
2. Steps of IVF
The whole process of IVF includes the following steps:
First of all, a woman will receive some tests on her reproductive system to ensure that her ovaries and uterus can support pregnancy. Then, women will receive anti ovulation drugs to increase the number of eggs. After that, the doctor will use a thin tube to reach the uterus through the vagina and inject sperm directly into the uterus. If fertilization is successful, the embryo will be cultured in the laboratory for several days.
Next, doctors will select the healthiest embryo and transplant it into a woman's uterus. This process is usually completed under anesthesia to ensure the patient's comfort and safety. If the embryo is successfully implanted and developed, the woman will conceive a test tube baby and deliver a healthy baby at the end of pregnancy.
It should be noted that the whole IVF process needs doctors' precise operation and careful monitoring, so as to improve the success rate.
3. Success rate and risk of IVF
The success rate of IVF is affected by many factors, including female age, egg quality, uterine health, etc. Generally speaking, the success rate of young couples is higher than that of older couples, because the quality of female eggs will decline with age.
In addition, there are some risks during IVF. For example, egg collection may lead to pelvic infection, embryo transfer may lead to uterine bleeding or infection, hormone therapy may lead to multiple pregnancies, etc. Therefore, before IVF, the doctor will conduct a comprehensive assessment of the health status of the couple and inform them of the possible risks.
However, despite these risks, IVF technology is still a major achievement in the development of modern medicine. For many couples who cannot conceive naturally, it is the best choice to realize their reproductive dreams.
4. Practical application of IVF
IVF technology has been widely used in many hospitals and professional institutions around the world. Among them, Lloyd's Women's Hospital in the United States is a famous IVF specialist hospital. With advanced equipment and professional team, the hospital has successfully assisted thousands of couples to realize their dreams of childbirth.
In addition to the United States, Qiming Hospital in Britain and Epka Hospital in Australia are also hospitals specialized in IVF technology. Through continuous technological innovation and clinical practice, these hospitals provide new hope for couples who cannot conceive naturally.
Summary
Test tube baby is a method to achieve fertility through assisted reproductive technology, in vitro culture and transfer of embryos. It includes a series of steps, from female examination to egg collection, sperm injection, embryo culture, and finally transfer to the female uterus. The success rate is affected by many factors, but there are also certain risks. However, IVF technology has been widely used worldwide, and has made remarkable achievements in some professional hospitals.
