What vaccines do test tube babies need to be vaccinated?
IVF refers to the babies bred in the laboratory through in vitro fertilization (IVF) or other assisted reproductive technologies. After birth, these babies need the same protection from vaccines as those who are naturally pregnant. Vaccination can help them build their immune system and resist the invasion of various diseases. The following will elaborate on pertussis vaccine, measles vaccine, poliomyelitis vaccine and hepatitis B vaccine.
1. Pertussis vaccine
Pertussis is an infectious disease caused by Bordetella pertussis, which may lead to infant respiratory arrest or even death in severe cases. The immune system of test tube babies is not fully developed, and their resistance to pertussis is relatively weak, so they need to be vaccinated against pertussis to obtain immune protection.
According to epidemiological studies, it is generally recommended that infants receive the first dose of pertussis vaccine two months after birth. The vaccination interval is two months, and a total of three injections are required. After three doses of vaccine, the baby will develop immunity to pertussis.
2. Measles vaccine
Measles is a highly contagious viral infection, which can lead to fever, rash and general malaise. Measles is also potentially dangerous to test tube babies, so it is very necessary to vaccinate against measles.
According to the relevant guidelines, test tube babies should receive the first dose of measles vaccine at the age of one year. Usually after one year old, infants will receive a second dose of measles vaccine to enhance their immunity. After these two doses of vaccines, infants will receive long-term protection.
3. Polio vaccine
Poliomyelitis is a serious disease caused by poliovirus, which can lead to muscle weakness, paralysis and even death. Test tube babies are threatened by poliomyelitis, so they need to be vaccinated with poliomyelitis vaccine to prevent disease.
According to the National Vaccine and Immunization Program, infants should be given the first dose of polio vaccine at the end of their first month of life. Then, at the end of three months, four months and one year old, the second, third and fourth doses of vaccine were administered respectively. These four doses of vaccine can effectively provide immune protection.
4. Hepatitis B vaccine
Hepatitis B is an inflammation of the liver caused by the hepatitis B virus, which causes damage to the liver and may lead to liver cancer. Hepatitis B vaccination is particularly important for test tube babies, because hepatitis B can be transmitted from mother to child.
According to the hepatitis B vaccine prevention procedure, infants should receive the first dose of hepatitis B vaccine at birth, and then receive the second, third and fourth doses of vaccine at one month, two months and six months respectively. These four doses of vaccine can make infants have comprehensive and lasting immunity.
To sum up, test tube babies need to be vaccinated with pertussis vaccine, measles vaccine, polio vaccine and hepatitis B vaccine. Vaccination can help them build a strong immune system and reduce the invasion of diseases. Parents should consult a doctor and vaccinate according to the schedule specified in the guide to ensure the healthy growth of the baby.
