What tests should be done during IVF?
IVF is an assisted reproductive technology that helps couples who cannot conceive naturally achieve their reproductive aspirations. The whole process requires a series of examinations to ensure the health of the mother and the embryo. In the following aspects, we will introduce in detail the common examinations that need to be carried out during IVF.
1. Hormone examination
Before the IVF process begins, a woman needs a hormone test to assess her ovarian function. Common hormone tests include serum progesterone, prolactin, estrogen and luteinizing hormone. These hormone tests can help doctors understand whether women's ovarian function is normal, as well as the ovulation of follicles.
In addition, hormone examination can also help doctors determine the appropriate treatment plan and drug dosage. According to the results of hormone tests, doctors can adjust drug treatment to promote the development of follicles and ovulation.
2. Physical health assessment
In the process of IVF, it is also very important to evaluate the physical condition of both the couple. Through physical health assessment, doctors can judge whether couples have serious chronic diseases or genetic disease history, and whether there are some physical conditions that may affect pregnancy and pregnancy results.
Physical health assessment usually includes comprehensive physical examination, such as routine examination of blood pressure, weight, height, etc. In addition, some special examinations may be carried out, such as blood examination, heart examination, liver function examination, etc., to assess the overall health of the couple.
3. Evaluation of reproductive tract
In the process of IVF, the evaluation of female reproductive tract can help doctors determine the most suitable assisted reproductive technology. These assessments usually include hysteroscopy, hysterosalpingography, endometrial biopsy, etc.
Hysteroscopy can observe the structure and shape of the uterine cavity to determine whether there are abnormalities, such as endometriosis, endometrial polyps, etc. Hysterosalpingography can evaluate the patency of fallopian tubes and check whether there is blockage. Endometrial biopsy can assess the health of endometrium and check whether there are abnormal endometrium, polyps and so on.
4. Embryo health assessment
In the process of IVF, it is very important to evaluate the health of embryos. Through the embryo health assessment, doctors can screen out healthy embryos that are most likely to be successfully planned. Common embryo health assessment methods include embryo chromosome examination, gene detection, etc.
Embryonic chromosome examination can detect the number and structure of chromosomes in an embryo, thus eliminating the risk of embryo implantation failure and abortion caused by some chromosome abnormalities. Gene testing can help eliminate the risk of genetic diseases carried by embryos.
To sum up, a number of examinations need to be carried out during IVF, including hormone examination, physical health assessment, reproductive tract assessment and embryo health assessment. These examinations can help doctors understand the health status of patients, provide reference for the formulation of treatment plans, and improve the success rate of IVF.
As a modern assisted reproductive technology, IVF has brought hope to couples who cannot conceive naturally. Through a series of examinations, doctors can assess the patient's physical condition, develop personalized treatment plans, and ensure the smooth progress of IVF. Therefore, a comprehensive examination is an indispensable step in the IVF process.
