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In Vitro Fertilization is where eggs from a woman’s ovaries are collected and mixed with a man’s sperm in a glass dish in a laboratory or in other words outside the body. The phrase-In Vitro has a Latin origin and literally it means "in glass". This is a reference to a container made of glass where egg oocyte fertilization takes place. The term Test tube baby has come into existence with the same process. Cultivation of fertilized eggs then follows and finally transfer takes place to the woman’s uterus. A number of fertility issues starting from tubal infertility and diminished ovarian reserve to sperm disorders can be circumvented by men and women through IVF. IVF has a long history since the birth of the first test tube baby. IVF has helped millions build and expand their families.

IVF is generally used for the following conditions:-

1. Blocked or damaged fallopian tubes
2. Individuals with genetic disorder
3. Male factor infertility including decreased sperm count or sperm motility
4. Unexplained infertility
5. Women with ovulation disorders, premature ovarian failure, uterine fibroids
6. Women who have had their fallopian tubes removedTo stimulate egg production, medications are prescribed. The aim is to collect multiple eggs because some eggs might fail for the purpose. To examine the ovaries, Transvaginal ultrasound is used. To check hormone levels, blood test samples are taken.

7. A hollow needle is guided through the pelvic cavity to remove eggs. This process uses ultrasound imaging. To reduce and remove discomfort, medication is provided.

   For combining with the eggs, the male is asked to give a sperm sample.

   And in a process called insemination, the eggs and the sperm are mixed and stored towards fertilization. Intra cytoplasmic sperm injection or ICSI may be used where there is a lower chance of fertilization. Here, a sperm is injected into the egg directly in an attempt towards fertilization. Monitoring is done to see that fertilization and cell division are occurring. Once this occurs, the eggs are referred to as embryos.

8. 1. Usually, the embryos are put into woman’s uterus 3 to 5 days after egg retrieval and fertilization. To transfer the embryos, a small tube is inserted into the uterus. This procedure for most is painless. Implantation typically happens around 6 to 10 days after egg retrieval if the procedure is successful.

   The success of IVF depends on a number of factors including

   1. Reproductive history
   2. Maternal age
   3. Cause of infertility
   4. Lifestyle factors