Reproductive Medicine Glossary

Hormonal disorder characterized by irregular periods, elevated androgens, and ovarian cysts.

Genetic analysis of embryos before transfer to identify chromosomal abnormalities or specific genetic disorders.

An experimental technique involving transfer of pronuclei to prevent mitochondrial disease transmission.

The paired nuclei visible in a fertilized egg before they fuse, indicating successful fertilization in embryology assess...

A medical specialist who diagnoses and treats hormonal disorders affecting fertility and reproduction.

Condition where semen flows backward into the bladder during ejaculation instead of exiting through the urethra. Causes...

Ultrasound imaging procedure using saline injection to visualize the uterine cavity. Also known as SIS or SHG.

Surgical removal of one or both fallopian tubes, often performed before IVF to improve success rates when tubes are dama...

A procedure to reduce the number of fetuses in a multiple pregnancy to improve outcomes for remaining fetuses.

Ultrasound examination of the uterine cavity enhanced with saline infusion to evaluate endometrial abnormalities.

Biochemical changes that sperm undergo to acquire the ability to fertilize an oocyte.

Laboratory test measuring sperm DNA fragmentation and chromatin quality. Uses flow cytometry to assess DNA integrity.

Damage to the genetic material within sperm that can affect fertilization and embryo development.

The measure of genetic material quality within sperm, affecting fertilization and embryo development potential.

The assessment of sperm shape and structure, a key parameter in male fertility evaluation and treatment planning.

A laboratory process to separate motile sperm from seminal fluid and debris for use in ART procedures.

A surgical procedure to extract sperm directly from testicular tissue in men with azoospermia.

A surgical procedure to extract tissue from the testes for sperm retrieval or diagnostic purposes.

Surgical procedure to retrieve sperm directly from testicular tissue for use in assisted reproduction.

Endometrial lining measuring less than 7-8mm at the time of embryo transfer, potentially affecting implantation rates.

Continuous embryo observation system using automated imaging to track development. Allows embryo assessment without remo...

An injection of hCG or GnRH agonist given to induce final oocyte maturation before retrieval.

The outer cellular layer of the blastocyst that will develop into the placenta and extraembryonic tissues.

A congenital malformation where fibrous tissue divides the uterine cavity, potentially affecting fertility and pregnancy...