Blastocyst Culture
Blastocyst Culture is a state-of-the-art technique in the field of fertility treatments. It extends the cultivation period of embryos in the laboratory beyond the standard 3-5 days. During this extended development phase, embryos progress to the blastocyst stage, characterized by more advanced cellular growth. This extra time in culture allows embryologists to select the most viable embryos for transfer, increasing the likelihood of successful implantation and pregnancy.
The Blastocyst Culture procedure typically involves the following stages:
Fertilization and Embryo Development: Following egg retrieval and fertilization through in vitro fertilization (IVF), embryos are closely monitored as they develop in the laboratory.
Extended Culture: Instead of transferring the embryos after 3-5 days, they are cultured for an extended period, usually up to 5-7 days.
Blastocyst Assessment: Embryologists assess the embryos’ development to identify those that have reached the blastocyst stage and display optimal characteristics for implantation.
Selective Transfer: The highest-quality blastocysts are selected for transfer into the uterus, increasing the chances of successful implantation.
Dr. Ashwini G. B.
Dr. Ashwini G. B. holds her MBBS from JJMMC Davangere, MS in Gynaecology from KMC Manipal in the year 2006 where she was Gold medalist & Best Outgoing Student of the Batch. She received her ESHRE (European Society of Human Reproduction & Embryology) Certification as a Clinical Embryologist in 2021. She carries over 21 years of experience and her special interests include PCOS, Embryo Testing (invasive and non-invasive) and Embryo Implantation.
Dr. Vanajakshi H. N.
Dr. Vanajakshi is an experienced Fertility Specialist with over 15+ years of experience in Gynaecology and infertility treatment. She received her MBBS from AIMS, Mandya in 1998 passing out as a Gold Medalist in Microbiology. She pursued her MRCOG in 2004 and received her DGO in Obstetrics & Gynaecology in 2014 from Vydehi Institute of Medical Science & Research Center followed by the Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGHUS), Bangalore. Dr. Vanajakshi’s specialties include Infertility Treatment and High-Risk Pregnancies. Outside of work she enjoys reading, gardening, playing chess and volunteering in community services.
1. Who benefits from Blastocyst Culture?
Blastocyst Culture is particularly beneficial for individuals or couples undergoing IVF, especially those with previous IVF failures or specific infertility factors.
2. Is Blastocyst Culture safe for embryos?
Yes, Blastocyst Culture is a safe and well-established procedure used to improve the selection of embryos for transfer.
3. Does Blastocyst Culture guarantee pregnancy?
While it enhances the chances of pregnancy, success depends on various factors, including the quality of embryos and the woman’s overall health.
4. Are there additional costs associated with Blastocyst Culture?
There may be slight cost differences due to extended culture, but the potential benefits often outweigh the additional expense.
5. How does Blastocyst Culture improve fertility outcomes?
By allowing embryos to develop to a more advanced stage, it facilitates the selection of the most viable embryos, improving the likelihood of successful implantation.
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