Examination of test tube babies in Laos
IVF is one of the methods to help infertile couples achieve fertility through in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer technology. In Laos, the success rate of IVF is getting higher and higher, and more and more couples choose to try this method. However, before IVF, a series of examinations must be carried out to ensure the physical condition of the couple and the health of the embryo. This article will elaborate on the examination required for Laos IVF from four aspects: physiological health, reproductive system examination, genetic counseling and semen examination.
Physical health examination
Before IVF, couples need to have a comprehensive physical examination. This includes routine blood examination, ECG, blood pressure, height and weight and other basic indicators. Especially for women, more detailed gynecological examinations are needed, such as the examination of the shape and size of the uterus, and the evaluation of ovarian function. These tests can help doctors evaluate whether couples are suitable for IVF and exclude any factors that may be harmful to pregnancy and embryonic development.
In addition, a past medical history is also necessary. Some diseases, operations or treatments may affect the success rate of IVF, so doctors need to know the medical history of the couple in order to develop personalized treatment plans.
Reproductive system examination
In order to ensure the success rate of IVF, couples' reproductive systems need to operate normally. Men need semen analysis to assess the number, vitality and morphology of sperm. These examinations are helpful to understand the male fertility. If necessary, testicular ultrasound can also be performed to further evaluate the spermatogenic function.
Women need a variety of examinations to assess ovarian function, uterine condition and tubal patency. These examinations include ultrasound, hysteroscopy and hysterography. Ultrasonography can observe the ovulation of the ovary and the thickness of the endometrium, and related hormone tests can also help to evaluate the function of the ovary. Hysteroscopy and hysterography can help to check whether the endometrium and fallopian tube are normal.
The above reproductive system inspection is to ensure that the fertilized egg can be successfully embedded into the uterus and ensure the development and health of the embryo.
Genetic counseling
Genetic factors have an important impact on the health of IVF. Some common genetic diseases, such as congenital heart disease and hereditary retinopathy, may adversely affect the quality of life and growth of infants. Therefore, couples are recommended to go to the hospital for genetic counseling before IVF.
The process of genetic counseling includes asking the couple's family history in detail, knowing whether there is a genetic history, and helping the couple assess genetic risks through family history analysis and gene testing. If a high-risk genetic disease is found, the doctor may recommend that couples conduct special embryonic genetic screening. In this way, healthy embryos can be selected for transplantation to reduce the birth rate of sick babies.
Semen examination
The quality of male sperm has an important impact on the success rate of IVF. Therefore, men need a semen test. Common semen examination items include routine semen examination, sperm motility examination, sperm morphology examination, etc.
Routine semen examination mainly detects the number and concentration of sperm and the pH of semen. Sperm motility test is an important index to evaluate the swimming ability of sperm and whether it can reach the egg. Sperm morphology examination is to observe whether the morphology of sperm is normal. Abnormal morphology may affect fertilization and embryonic development.
summary
The success rate of IVF is affected by many factors, so couples need to receive a comprehensive examination before IVF. From physical health, reproductive system examination, genetic counseling to semen examination, these examination items can assess the fertility and genetic risks of couples, and provide references for doctors to develop personalized IVF treatment plans. Through proper examination, couples can increase the success rate of IVF and improve the healthy birth probability of infants.
