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Fertility Hormone Testing

Fertility Hormone Testing is used to assess and monitor the levels of certain hormones in the body to evaluate their reproductive health and fertility potential. Here are some of the key hormones that are commonly tested:

Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH)

Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)

Luteinizing Hormone (LH)

Beta- HCG (BHCG)

Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH)

Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)

Luteinizing Hormone (LH)

Beta- HCG (BHCG)

Estradiol (E2)

Progesterone (PRG/P4)

PROLACTIN (PRL)

Estradiol (E2)

Progesterone (PRG/P4)

PROLACTIN (PRL)

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a fertility procedure in which a woman’s ovaries are stimulated to mature multiple oocytes (eggs) using injections, then collected under ultrasound guidance. These eggs are then inseminated with sperm in the embryology laboratory, and fertilized embryos are replaced in the woman’s uterus.

Oocyte Cryopreservation (Freezing)

Oocyte (Egg) Cryopreservation allows women to preserve their eggs at a younger age for future use, whether due to aging or as a precaution in the event of a newly diagnosed cancer or personal social considerations. The process involves a 10 to 12-day course of daily follicle-stimulating hormone injections to stimulate the development of multiple eggs in the ovaries. Once the follicles reach the appropriate size, the egg’s final maturation is induced with a human chorionic gonadotropin hormone injection, followed by egg retrieval via ultrasound-guided aspiration approximately 36 hours later. These collected eggs are then cryopreserved and can be thawed and utilized later when the woman chooses.

Embryo Cryopreservation (Freezing)

Embryo cryopreservation, also known as embryo freezing, is a medical procedure used in assisted reproductive technology (ART) to preserve embryos for future use. It involves freezing and storing embryos created through in vitro fertilization (IVF) or other assisted reproductive techniques at very low temperatures, typically in liquid nitrogen at around -196 degrees Celsius (-321 degrees Fahrenheit). These frozen embryos can be stored for an extended period, sometimes years until they are thawed and used in a subsequent IVF cycle for implantation into the uterus to achieve pregnancy.

Laboratory testing

Male Infertility Tests

Tests are conducted daily with a standard turnaround time of two hours from the sample collection. Semen Analysis adheres to the guidelines established by the World Health Organization (WHO) in its 2010 criteria. 

To ensure precision and patient confidentiality, Victory ART Laboratory has designated a specialized collection room with an adjoining window leading directly to the Andrology laboratory. Each specimen is meticulously processed individually, eliminating any potential for sample mix-up.

Semen Analysis

An initial evaluation for male factor infertility should include one properly performed semen analysis. A typical initial semen analysis generally excludes an important male factor. However, abnormal semen parameters suggest the need for additional evaluation through endocrine, urologic, or genetic studies.

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is a fertility procedure in which sperm is washed, concentrated, and injected directly into the uterine cavity near the time of ovulation. IUI increases the number of sperm in the fallopian tubes, where fertilization takes place.

Fresh and Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET)

Fresh and Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) are two different approaches to the timing of embryo transfer in the context of in vitro fertilization or other ART techniques. FET refers to when the embryo is transferred to the woman’s uterus.

Pre-Genetic Implantation Screening (PGS)

Pre-Genetic Implantation Screening (PGS) is a genetic screening technique used in assisted reproductive technology, particularly in in vitro fertilization.

PGS is performed on embryos before they are transferred to the uterus to assess their chromosomal status.  PGS is used primarily to identify embryos with the correct number of chromosomes and are less likely to result in miscarriage or chromosomal abnormalities in a resulting pregnancy.

Oocyte, Embryo, and Blastocyst Vitrification

Oocyte, embryo, and blastocyst vitrification represent cutting-edge cryopreservation techniques employed in assisted reproductive technology and fertility preservation.

These methods utilize ultra-rapid freezing at extremely low temperatures to safeguard the integrity of eggs (oocytes), embryos, and blastocysts, warding off the potential harm caused by the formation of ice crystals and enabling their long-term storage for future use.

IntraCytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)

ICSI is a technique that allows microinjection of a single sperm into the egg. The embryologist selects a single live sperm and immobilizes it before injecting it directly into a healthy mature egg using a fine pipette.

The injected eggs are examined 16 to 18 hours later for evidence of fertilization. The normally fertilized eggs are cultured and monitored until the day of transfer. The day of embryo transfer can be anywhere from 2 to 5 days after the injection, and only the best embryos (usually three) will be transferred.

Assisted Hatching

Before implantation in the endometrial lining, the developing embryo must undergo a process known as hatching, breaking free from the zona pellucida or eggshell. In some cases, certain embryos possess a thicker and more resistant shell, potentially diminishing their ability to successfully implant.

This phenomenon may be attributed to the woman’s age or other unidentified factors. Assisted Hatching is a laboratory procedure employed in in vitro fertilization (IVF) to enhance the likelihood of successful implantation. This technique involves precise micromanipulation under a microscope, creating a small aperture in the egg using methods such as laser technology, acidic treatment, or enzymatic processes. This deliberate intervention promotes the embryo’s ability to implant securely into the uterine wall following the embryo transfer procedure.

Frozen Embryo Transfer

Embryo transfer is a medical procedure where embryos are loaded into a Transfer Catheter, guided by ultrasound, and gently released into the uterine cavity.

The process for frozen-thawed embryos mirrors that of conventional embryo transfer. Patients receive progesterone hormone pessaries following the transfer to support the endometrial lining.
 Success or pregnancy rates associated with embryo cryopreservation can vary depending on the developmental stage at which embryos are frozen. Among the stages – 2PN, 4-cell, 8-cell, or blastocyst – 4-cell stage embryo cryopreservation is well-established and highly successful. Embryos that survive the rigorous freeze/thaw process with at least 75% of their blastomeres intact are likely to result in a successful pregnancy.

Blastocyst Transfer and Culture

Blastocyst culture is an advanced ART procedure whereby the embryo is cultured in the laboratory for 4 to 6 days before being transferred into the patient’s uterus.

A blastocyst consists of two types of cells: the outer layer of cells called trophectoderm, which is the future placenta, and the inner of cells called inner cell mass, which is the future fetus. Only the toughest and strongest embryos can survive in the laboratory until the blastocyst stage. Transferring blastocysts increases the chance of pregnancy because they have a higher implantation rate. The embryo survival rate in the laboratory is also highly dependent on the laboratory condition and the skill of the embryologist. Only experienced embryologists can generate quality embryos to be cultured to the blastocyst stage.

Other services

Testicular Sperm Extraction / Aspirate (TESA)

Testicular Sperm Aspiration (TESA) involves the extraction of a small tissue sample from the testicle under local anesthesia with the aim of retrieving vibale sperm. This procedure is typically advised when there are limited or no viable sperm found in the ejaculate.  

The collected tissue samples will be processed in the laboratory to isolate viable sperm cells. Victory ART strives to maximize the quantity of collected tissue to ensure an adequate supply for cryopresevation, preserving sperm for potential future cycles.  

Victory ART has achieved an average pregnancy rate of 40% for ICSI procedures using sperm retrieved through TESA samples.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture entails the precise insertion of fine needles beneath the skin at specific points on the body, tailored to the particular condition under treatment. This practice can enhance uterine blood flow, potentially fostering a more favorable environment for embryo implantation.