In-vitro fertilization

• Main Authors: Elder, Kay 1946- (Author), Dale, Brian (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Cambridge Cambridge University Press 2011
• Edition: THIRD EDITION
• Subjects: Reproductive Techniques, Assisted > methods; Germ Cells > growth & development; Reproductive Techniques, Assisted
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• Physical Description: x, 277 pages illustrations (some colour) 25 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9780521730723; 0521730724

"This fully updated new edition of a successful and popular practical guide is an indispensable account of modern in-vitro fertilization practice. Initial chapters cover theoretical aspects of gametogenesis and embryo development at the cellular and molecular level, while the latter half of the book describes the requisites for a successful IVF laboratory and the basic technologies in ART. Advanced techniques, including pre-implantation genetic diagnosis, vitrification and stem-cell technology, are comprehensively covered, providing up-to-date analyses of these groundbreaking technologies. This edition includes: New practical techniques, including preservation of fertility for cancer patients, stem-cell biology/technology, vitrification and in-vitro maturation A 'refresher' study review of fundamental principles of cell and molecular biology The latest information available from animal and human research in reproductive biology Packed with a wealth of practical and scientific detail, this is a must for all IVF practitioners"--Provided by publisher.