Review:
In Vitro Fertilization
overall review score: 4.2
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In-vitro fertilization (IVF) is a form of assisted reproductive technology where an egg is fertilized by sperm outside the body in a laboratory setting, and then implanted into the uterus for pregnancy.
Key Features
- Egg retrieval
- Sperm retrieval
- Fertilization in lab
- Embryo transfer
Pros
- Helps couples struggling with infertility to conceive
- Allows for genetic screening of embryos
- Can be used with sperm or egg donors
Cons
- Expensive and not always covered by insurance
- Emotionally and physically taxing process
- Not guaranteed to result in a successful pregnancy