IUI separates fast-moving sperm, which are then placed in the womb near ovulation for increasing the chances of fertilization
In the process of IVF, eggs are collected from the ovaries and fertilized with sperm in a laboratory dish. The fertilized egg (embryo) is transferred to the woman's womb
In ICSI, one sperm is injected directly into one egg for fertilization. Later, the fertilized egg (embryo) is placed in the woman's womb
Donor insemination is a fertility treatment that involves using sperm from a donor to fertilize an egg. The donor sperm is introduced into the woman’s reproductive system, typically the uterus to achieve pregnancy
A blastocyst is an embryo developed five to six days after fertilization. With blastocyst transfer, embryos are cultured to this stage before womb transfer
Assisted hatching is an IVF technique that creates a small opening in the embryo's outer layer to help it implant into the uterine lining, enhancing pregnancy chances
PESA and TESA retrieve sperm for IVF/ICSI in men with obstructive azoospermia using local anesthesia. TESA may require an open testis biopsy if needed
Egg (Oocyte) Freezing involves extracting, freezing, and storing a woman's eggs for future use, preserving fertility for medical or personal reasons, enabling later pregnancy attempts
A young healthy female volunteer (Altruistic) Carries and delivers a baby for intended parents who are unable to do so themselves due to medical reasons