Comment:Don Reiger from Lifeglobal has provided some links to the use on Non-sequential media. There are some links to presentations to recent meetings AND the release of the 2014 FertAid Laboratory census.
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Novel technologies for selecting the best sperm for in vitro fertilization and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (2013)
The increasing focus on developing new tools to more accurately diagnose and select individual sperm before intracytoplasmic sperm injection will allow us to counsel and treat couples with greater confidence and efficiency. Current sperm selection techniques are based on the premise that if an ejaculated spermatozoon has cleared spermatogenesis with the correct morphology and/or membrane properties then it is most likely normal. Techniques that
A population-based cohort study of the effect of Caesarean section on subsequent fertility
Our results provide strong evidence that there is no or only a slight effect of Caesarean section on future fertility. The clinical and social circumstances leading to the Caesarean section have a greater effect on future fertility than the Caesarean section itself. This finding is important in light of rising Caesarean section rates.
Maternal nutrition at conception modulates DNA methylation of human metastable epialleles
Our results demonstrate that maternal nutritional status during early pregnancy causes persistent and systemic epigenetic changes at human metastable epialleles.
Mother's diet affects the 'silencing' of her child's genes
A unique 'experiment of nature' that took place in The Gambia has now revealed that a mother's diet before she conceives has a permanent effect on her offspring's genetics. This is the first time the effect has been seen in humans, and is regarded as a major contribution to the field of 'epigenetics.' [ed do IVF clinics have a duty of care wtr clients diet?]
EXCEMED – Excellence in Medical Education is the new name of Serono Symposia International Foundation (SSIF). Our new name reflects the independent nature of our educational offerings and marks an exciting point in our evolution. The change does not affect the structure, management or portfolio of the Foundation which will continue to operate as currently: EXCEMED’s mission continues to be to improve the patient’s life through medical education
Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ:ILMN) today announced the launch of VeriSeq(TM) PGS, a next-generation sequencing (NGS) solution developed for preimplantation genetic screening (PGS) of embryos using Illumina's NextSeq(TM) 500 and MiSeq(R) sequencing systems. The offering brings together the industry-leading Illumina 24sure array-based platform for PGS with Illumina's next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology to offer laboratories a more scalable PGS so
UK study finds Caesareans are 'not a fertility risk'
Undergoing a Caesarean section is unlikely to cause problems with future fertility, according to researchers. A study of more than one million low-risk first-time mothers in English NHS hospitals has shown the medical and social circumstances behind a decision to operate may be associated with apparent falls in fertility rather than the procedure itself.
No foreign babies for surrogate moms from six months
The multi-crore market in India for surrogate babies of foreigners has come to a halt, with the central government putting it on 'hold' till the Assisted Reproductive Techniques Bill is passed into an Act by Parliament. While foreigners are deprived of a comparatively cheap location to get their surrogate babies, Indian surrogate mothers and the medical fraternity are ruing the loss of money running into crores.
2nd Biomarker Meeting: Personalized Reproductive Medicine: Biomarkers for the Assessment of Ovarian Reserve, Gametes, Embryos, Endometrium and Pregnancy,
April 10-12, 2014, Valencia, Spain.
The Development and Clinical Studies of global® Medium for the Culture of Human Embryos and the global® Family of ART Media [This link may be from a sponsor]
Product Monograph on Life Global Non-sequential media.
CELL-TEK microscope chambers [This link may be from a sponsor]
The Cell-Tek Microscope Chamber allows embryologists to observe, record and work in a safe controlled environment for oocytes and embryos. It also allows visualisation of the important developmental stages whilst maintaining media pH, temperature and humidity. This work can be performed comfortably and stress free, allowing for a more accurate and reliable assessment of gamete or embryo quality.
Illumina reproductive and genomics solutions [This link may be from a sponsor]
Illumina reproductive and genomics solutions use next-generation sequencing (NGS) and advanced microarray technologies to produce fast, accurate genomic information in clinical research and diagnostics. Combining industry-leading technologies with innovative reproductive and genetic health applications, Illumina provides the highest detection capability for genetic abnormalities during all stages of reproductive health and beyond. Across the repr
Human Reproductive Technologies Market (infertility:Drugs and Procedures & Contraceptives) - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Procedures, Growth, Trend [This link may be from a sponsor]
This report covers the market analysis for various drugs, devices and treatment technologies used in assistance and to control human reproduction. The stakeholders for this study include manufacturers and providers of contraceptive technologies and infertility solutions.
Could a biomarker associated with healthy embryos improve IVF outcomes? [This link may be from a sponsor]
A biotechnology company is developing a way to use a biomarker associated with healthy embryos to improve outcomes for women receiving in vitro fertilization treatment. Bioincept has raised half of a $6.5 million fundraising target, according to an amended Form D filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The goal is to support human trials which are expected to begin this summer, according to a source familiar with the company.
Continuous Professional Development Modules-Sample Identification-Dr Steve Fleming
This review will consider the rationale for witnessing, the mode of operation of the main witnessing systems currently available, and the relative strengths and weaknesses of witnessing systems depending upon the manner in which they are applied.
FertAid has released the 2014 laboratory census. The aim is to provide clinics with a sense of what others are doing and how their activity compares to others.
Global medium is effective as a single one-step medium for uninterrupted culture to blastocyst in the Embryscope: preliminary pregnancy and clinical o
RESULTS: No signifi::cant differences were seen in fertilization, clinical
pregnancy and implantation rates between treatments. Interestingly,
percent blastulation (p ¼ .0157) and overall embryo utilization (p ¼
.0457) were signifi::cantly increased with uninterrupted culture in GB/
SPS medium. [ed be nice to see this published- an end to daily embryo check?]
Novel Technologies for Selecting the Best Sperm for IVF and ICSI
Sperm DNA testing: Although we are still far from establishing as strong a correlation in the human as seen in animals, the current data on sperm DNA testing would suggest the following:
FertAid opens an annual laboratory census on the activities of an IVF laboratory.
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In-line filter for cylinder and house gasses
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Vit Kit - Warm NX is an adaptable, cost-effective system for use in the thawing of oocytes, pronuclear zygotes, cleavage stage embryos, and blastocyst stage embryos. Unlike many vitrification kits that feature a mono-buffered system and M199 base med
Vit Kit - Freeze NX is an adaptable, cost-effective system for use in the vitrification of oocytes, pronuclear zygotes, cleavage stage embryos, and blastocyst stage embryos. Vit Kit - Freeze NX is the latest advancement in vitrification media aimed t
S-Cryolock is the slimmer version of the original. It is a versatile, simple and efficient vitrification device that is intended for the holding, cryopreservation and storage of oocytes or embryos in liquid nitrogen.
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