In-Vitro Fertilization

Table of Contents

Preface
Acknowledgements
1. Review of cell and molecular biology
2. Endocrine control of reproduction: controlled ovarian hyperstimulation for ART
3. Gametes and gametogenesis
4. Sperm–oocyte interaction
5. First stages of development
6. Implantation and early stages of fetal development
7. Stem cell biology
8. The clinical in-vitro fertilization laboratory
9. Quality management in the IVF laboratory
10. Sperm and ART
11. Oocyte retrieval and embryo culture
12. Cryopreservation of gametes and embryos
13. Micromanipulation techniques
14. Preimplantation genetic diagnosis
15. Epigenetics and assisted reproduction with John Huntriss
Index.

    Covers the content of established M.Sc. courses in Clinical Embryology and the curriculum for Embryology Certification in Europe, making it an ideal text for theoretical study and exam preparation
    An extensive body of knowledge is covered in an easily readable format, with a complete list of up-to-date references and high-quality illustrations
    Unique combination of scientific textbook and practical guide

Table of Contents

Preface
Acknowledgements
1. Review of cell and molecular biology
2. Endocrine control of reproduction: controlled ovarian hyperstimulation for ART
3. Gametes and gametogenesis
4. Sperm–oocyte interaction
5. First stages of development
6. Implantation and early stages of fetal development
7. Stem cell biology
8. The clinical in-vitro fertilization laboratory
9. Quality management in the IVF laboratory
10. Sperm and ART
11. Oocyte retrieval and embryo culture
12. Cryopreservation of gametes and embryos
13. Micromanipulation techniques
14. Preimplantation genetic diagnosis
15. Epigenetics and assisted reproduction with John Huntriss
Index.

Kay Elder is Senior Research Scientist, Bourn Hall Clinic, Cambridge.
Brian Dale is Director of Research, Centre for Assisted Fertilization, Naples.