explain the concept of IVF
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Answer:
In Vitro Fertilization is an assisted reproductive technology (ART) commonly referred to as IVF. IVF is the process of fertilization by extracting eggs, retrieving a sperm sample, and then manually combining an egg and sperm in a laboratory dish. The embryo(s) is then transferred to the uterus. Other forms of ART include gamete intrafallopian transfer (GIFT) and zygote intrafallopian transfer (ZIFT).
Why is IVF used?
IVF can be used to treat infertility in the following patients:
Blocked or damaged fallopian tubes
Male factor infertility including decreased sperm count or sperm motility
Women with ovulationdisorders, premature ovarian failure, uterine fibroids
Women who have had their fallopian tubes removed
Individuals with a genetic disorder
Unexplained infertility
Answer:
In IVF a couple who is childless can have a child of their own by surrogacy or test tube baby.
Explanation:
In test tube baby process .. sperms are collected in a test tube from the male partner of the couple and put it in the embryo of the woman partner of the couple and the fertilization will occur automatically.
And in surrogacy sperms are collected from the male partner in the test tube and put it in other woman who is ready to do fertilization for them. This is called surrogacy.
But it also has some disadvantages becoz the surrogate mother has an emotional setback and will sometimes will not give the baby. To the couple's.