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Genetic testing and assisted reproduction

In assisted reproduction there is the possibility of carrying out genetic tests to minimise the risk of transmission of genetic diseases. Have you heard of genetic matching and pre-implantation genetic diagnosis? We explain these tests below.

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Learn about the different stages of the In Vitro Fertilisation process

When we consider IVF (in Vitro Fertilisation) treatment, many doubts arise: What will happen now? What will the process be like? What tests will I undergo? And so on. In this publication, we will explain in detail the most popular assisted reproduction treatment.

Health and fertility

The importance of hormones in a woman's fertility

During a woman's menstrual cycle, a series of hormonal variations occur that have an impact on fertility.

Health and fertility

Single parenthood: What are the best fertility treatments?

At Barcelona IVF, we have been helping thousands of people for many years to make the decision of a lifetime: to start a family. There are many types of families, and we have different alternatives for each of them.

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How long does the ROPA process take?

Have you heard of the ROPA method and do you know what the success of this technique depends on? Below, we answer some of the most asked questions on this topic.

Health and fertility

Do official bodies still advise vaccination against COVID-19 during pregnancy?

Yes, with the studies conducted to date, we have sufficient evidence of the effectiveness and safety of these vaccines for pregnant women.

Health and fertility

The chances of getting pregnant with IVF according to age

Most women have had doubts about delaying childbearing at some time or another. But do you know what is the best age to become a mother? Is it possible to get pregnant at 40?

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Why should we vitrify our oocytes?

Egg vitrification can delay the age of childbearing, but what other advantages does it offer? When should the eggs be devitrified once they have been frozen? Here is a brief overview of this procedure.

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Anxiety in assisted reproduction treatments

The COVID-19 pandemic has put mental health on the agenda. It is estimated that 1 in 4 people have or will have a mental health problem in their lifetime.

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Why do implantation failures happen?

The early stage of the embryo is crucial for its good development, but what if the embryo fails to form due to implantation or fertilisation problems? How do we differentiate between the two? Can the chances of implantation be improved? We answer these questions below.

Health and fertility

What is amniocentesis and when is it performed?

Fetal health is one of the most important aspects for expectant mothers. The ultimate goal is fetal protection; therefore, prenatal screening tests are available to protect the foetus.

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Anaesthesia in assisted reproduction: When is it used?

When we talk about assisted reproduction, many questions arise. For example, the anaesthesia used in some techniques. Is there sedation or local anaesthesia? How long does anaesthesia last? Here are some of the questions that we will answer below.