For Embryo Transfer we have terms and definitions in 4 topics. The topics are Baby, Biotechnology, Fertility and Sex.

Embryo Transfer (Baby)

An assisted reproductive technology in which an already fertilized egg is inserted into a woman's uterus to help her get pregnant.

Embryo Transfer (Biotechnology)

Implantation of an embryo into the oviduct or uterus.

Embryo Transfer (Fertility)

The process of depositing fertilized eggs (or embryos) inside the uterus. This often occurs 2 days following egg retrieval. A predetermined number of embryos are first placed inside a special catheter, which is then introduced inside the uterus through the cervix. The embryos are then gently injected and the catheter is removed. During this procedure, the woman is in a position similar to a pelvic examination for a pap smear. The patient will remain in that position for roughly an hour before being discharged. The number of embryos to be transferred depends mostly on the age of the woman and the quality of embryos. As a general rule, 4 embryos will be transferred in women less than 35 years of age to reduce the risk of high order (more than twins) multiple pregnancies. This number increases with age, and it is not unusual to transfer 8-10 embryos in women over 40. The couple will make the informed decision regarding the number of embryos to be transferred after conferring with her physician

Embryo Transfer (Sex)

A technique used with infertile couples in which a fertilized, developing egg is transferred from the uterus of one woman to that of another woman.

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