Preparation of IVF
IVF is a way to help infertile couples achieve their reproductive aspirations through in vitro fertilization technology. For those couples who want to try IVF, preparation is particularly critical.
First of all, it is very important to select a reputable hospital for in vitro fertilization. The effective choice is to consult online resources, doctors or other IVF families. Consider hospitals that have rich experience in the field of IVF and are equipped with advanced equipment, such as the Reproductive Medicine Center of Peking University Third Hospital, and the IVF Center of Shanghai Maternal and Child Health Hospital.
Secondly, it is necessary to conduct a comprehensive and detailed health examination. Whether male or female, health status is crucial to the success of pregnancy. It is particularly important for doctors that couples should be examined to ensure that there are no potential health problems. In addition, being overweight or too thin also has an impact on pregnancy, so reasonable diet and proper exercise are essential.
Finally, couples should keep a positive attitude. The IVF process may experience a long wait and heavy pressure, so it is important to maintain good communication and support with family and friends. Couples can try some relaxation methods, such as yoga, meditation or reading, to help relieve tension.
Operation process of IVF
The operation process of IVF is divided into several steps, including ovulation induction, egg collection, sperm collection, in vitro fertilization, embryo culture and embryo transfer.
First, ovulation promotion refers to the promotion of female ovarian development and maturation of multiple eggs by taking ovulation promotion drugs. Doctors will monitor the growth of follicles according to female hormone levels and ultrasound results.
Next, egg collection needs to be carried out within 36 hours after ovulation of the ovary. Doctors will use ultrasound and slender needles to extract mature eggs from the ovary.
Then, sperm collection is to select high-quality sperm from the semen provided by men. After rapid treatment, these sperm and eggs are put into the in vitro fertilization culture dish for in vitro fertilization process.
After in vitro fertilization, the embryo will be cultured in the laboratory, which usually takes 3-5 days. During culture, embryos are carefully observed and evaluated to determine the healthiest embryos for transfer.
After the embryo culture is completed, the doctor will select the best embryo for transplantation into the female uterine cavity. This process is usually painless and involves only the transfer of the embryo through a catheter into the uterus.
Precautions for IVF
Test tube baby is a complex process, which requires both husband and wife to make psychological preparations and special precautions to improve the success rate.
First of all, the couple should closely cooperate with the doctor's guidance and treat according to the doctor's requirements. Pay attention to taking medicine on time, going back to see doctors regularly and abiding by doctor's advice to ensure the smooth progress of the whole process.
Secondly, it is also very important to avoid some bad living habits. For example, smoking, drinking and excessive drinking of coffee will have a negative impact on the success rate of IVF.
In addition, maintaining the balance of physical and mental state is also very critical. Couples can take some yoga or meditation courses, or seek the help of professional psychological tutors to improve their ability to cope with stress.
Summary of IVF
Test tube baby is a complex and delicate technology. Through the professional operation of doctors and the active cooperation of couples, the success rate can be improved. In the preparation stage, it is very important to select a hospital with good reputation and conduct a comprehensive health examination. During the operation, ovulation induction, egg collection and other steps shall be carried out according to the doctor's requirements. In terms of postoperative precautions, couples need to follow the guidance of doctors and maintain healthy living habits and a positive attitude. The realization of IVF requires a certain amount of time and patience, but through the joint efforts of couples, the dream baby will finally come.
