What tests should test tube babies receive?
IVF refers to the combination of sperm and eggs in the laboratory through artificial assisted reproduction technology, and the implantation of fertilized eggs into the mother's uterus at an appropriate time, so as to achieve pregnancy and delivery. The birth of IVF requires a series of examinations to ensure the health of the patient's physical condition and egg quality, and to ensure the success rate of IVF and the health of the baby.
Examination item 1: reproductive hormone examination
The reproductive hormone test is an important step to evaluate the female reproductive function, and is also one of the essential items before IVF. These tests can help doctors understand whether female hormone levels are normal, including follicle stimulating hormone, follicle stimulating hormone, estrogen, progesterone, etc. These tests can evaluate the ovarian function and egg quality, and provide reference for the next step of treatment plan formulation.
Common reproductive hormone tests include basic hormone test and dynamic hormone test. The basic hormone test is to detect the levels of follicle stimulating hormone, estrogen, progesterone and other hormones at a specific time in the female menstrual cycle. The dynamic hormone test is to stimulate the ovarian function by injecting hormone drugs and observe the ovarian response to assess whether the ovarian function is normal.
Examination item 2: ovarian ultrasound examination
Ovarian ultrasound is a common method to evaluate the female reproductive system, and it is also one of the essential items before IVF. Ultrasonography can observe the size and shape of the ovary and the growth of follicles, understand the number and quality of follicles, and then judge whether women's ovarian function is normal.
Ovarian ultrasound examination is usually carried out at a specific time of a woman's menstrual cycle. The doctor transmits sound waves to the pelvic cavity through an ultrasound probe to observe the condition of the ovary and uterus and understand the size and number of follicles. At the same time, ultrasound can also eliminate problems such as endometrium and hysteromyoma, ensure the good condition of endometrium, and provide the basis for the success of IVF.
Examination item 3: male semen analysis
Male semen analysis is an important inspection item to evaluate male reproductive function and sperm quality. This examination can understand the total sperm count, semen concentration, sperm activity and morphology of male semen, and judge the health status of male reproductive system.
Male semen analysis is usually conducted through semen samples, and patients can collect semen samples in the laboratory of the hospital. Doctors send samples to the laboratory for examination to assess the quantity and quality of male sperm. If the quality of male sperm is poor, further inspection may be required, such as the degree of sperm DNA fragmentation.
Examination item 4: hysteroscopy
Endoscopy is an examination method to observe the condition of the uterine cavity, which is often used to assess the health of the endometrium and exclude endometrial polyps, endometrial adenomyosis and other problems. Hysteroscopy can also be performed by injecting dye into the uterine cavity to observe the patency of fallopian tubes and other issues.
Hysteroscopy is usually performed after the menstruation of women. The doctor inserts the hysteroscope into the uterine cavity for examination. Hysteroscopy can simultaneously observe the condition of uterine cavity and fallopian tube, providing support for the success of IVF.
Summary
The success rate of IVF and the health of infants are related to many factors, and various examinations can help doctors understand the physical condition and egg quality of patients, and develop personalized treatment plans. Reproductive hormone examination, ovarian ultrasound examination, male semen analysis and hysteroscopy are indispensable inspection items before IVF. Through these examinations, we can evaluate the ovarian function and endometrial health of women, and evaluate the quantity and quality of male sperm. On the premise of ensuring good health, the success rate of IVF will be greatly improved, providing help for patients to realize their reproductive dreams.
