Prenatal inspection process of test tube babies
IVF is a process of fertility through in vitro fertilization with assisted reproductive technology. Before couples preparing for IVF start treatment, prenatal examination is an essential step. Prenatal examination can help doctors assess the fertility potential of couples and provide valuable information for the treatment process. Next, we will introduce the prenatal inspection process of IVF in detail. Basic physical examination
First, the couple will receive a basic physical examination. The doctor will ask the couple about their detailed birth history, including their experience of trying to conceive naturally and whether they have ever had a miscarriage or terminated pregnancy. These questions are helpful for doctors to assess the fertility potential of couples and determine appropriate treatment options. Next, the doctor will conduct a comprehensive physical examination, including measuring height, weight and blood pressure. In addition, the doctor will also check the couple's reproductive organs and breast to eliminate any potential problems, such as uterine malformations, ovarian cysts or breast problems. Reproductive hormone test
The second aspect is reproductive hormone examination. These tests can help assess ovarian function and endometrial development. Common reproductive hormone tests include the levels of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH) and estrogen in the blood. The increase of FSH level may mean the decline of ovarian function, and the abnormality of LH level may be related to abnormal ovulation. In addition, estrogen level plays an important role in the development of endometrium, so it also needs to be checked. Semen analysis
For men, semen analysis is an important examination item. This test can evaluate the number, vitality, morphology of sperm and the liquefaction time of semen. Semen analysis can help judge male fertility, and is also an important basis for formulating treatment plans and predicting success rates. Before semen analysis, the doctor will give some precautions, such as avoiding sexual behavior and masturbation for a period of time, to ensure the accuracy of the examination results. Genetic Counseling and Gene Testing
The last aspect is genetic counseling and genetic testing. This part mainly aims at the situation that couples have a history of genetic diseases. Through genetic counseling, couples can understand the risks of genetic diseases they carry and the impact of these diseases on IVF. Depending on the type of genetic disease, doctors may recommend genetic testing to determine whether a couple is a carrier. In some special cases, if a couple is a carrier, the doctor may suggest using some embryonic genetic screening techniques, such as PGD or PGS, to screen whether the implanted embryo carries genetic diseases. Through the detailed description of the prenatal examination process of IVF, we can learn that before IVF treatment, couples need to carry out a series of examinations to assess their fertility potential and develop appropriate treatment plans. Prenatal examination includes basic physical examination, reproductive hormone examination, semen analysis, genetic counseling and gene testing. These examinations will provide couples with valuable information to help them achieve their reproductive aspirations.
