10 Interesting Fact About In vitro fertilization (IVF)
10 Interesting Fact About In vitro fertilization (IVF)
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In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is the first reproductive technique of reproduction of Assistive in 1978.
In IVF, the egg and sperm are collected from a partner or donor and fertilized outside the human body, in a lab.
After the fertilization process, the embryo formed will be planted in the womb of the partner or substitute mother.
There are several reasons why couples choose IVF, such as fertility problems, genetic disorders, or high risk of having children with genetic diseases.
In one IVF cycle, couples can produce several embryos, and they can be stored for use in the future.
IVF is not always successful in the first experiment. On average, couples need to try IVF about three times before successfully having children.
IVF can be used as a genetic testing method, where the embryo is tested for genetic disorders before being planted in the uterus.
IVF can also be used to help lesbian or gay couples have biological children.
IVF can also be used to store eggs or sperm couples who will undergo treatment that can affect their fertility in the future.
Because the costs and procedures are complicated, IVF is not available for all couples who experience fertility problems.
