To clear your confusion, read and understand the elaborated definition, terms, and processes of IVF also known by the earlier layman terms test-tube baby as mentioned below.
Process of In-vitro Fertilization (IVF):In-vitro Fertilization is one of the most commonly used forms of assisted reproductive technology by intended parents, couples, LGBT partners, and individual parents who are biologically infertile or due to medical or health issues in conceiving a child. This assisted reproductive technology manages those patients to get pregnant and conceive a baby of their own linked genes and fulfill their dreams.
IVF step-wise techniques and process:– Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation(COH): The initial cycle of IVF begins with ovarian stimulation, in this cycle, multiple protocols are been utilized that includes no stimulation to various levels of ovarian stimulation using Clomiphene citrate, letrozole, and exogenous gonadotropin i.e Follicle-stimulating hormone(FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH). One of the most commonly used is gonadotropin-releasing Hormone (GnRH) where the secretion of gonadotropin is suppressed to prevent premature ovulation. After an optimal suppression is achieved then followed by recruiting multiple follicles by regular injections of gonadotropins.Follicular development is monitored using ultrasound imaging and hormone assessments. Once the lead follicles reach their required appropriate size, the final maturation of the egg is done by administration of HCG. The egg is retrieved after 34-36 hours after HCG injection.
