In order to define obesity, we refer to the Body Mass Index (BMI), which is calculated by dividing the weight in kilos by the square of the height in meters: BMI = Weight (Kg) / Height2 (m) The obtained data by using this formula lead to a globally accepted...

The Anti-Müllerian hormone is produced by the ovarian follicles and it helps to assess the woman’s “ovarian reserve”. With this information, we will be able to advise on the most accurate treatment for every patient, either artificial insemination (IUI), In Vitro...

This is the most frequent and important question for every patient undergoing an egg donation treatment, that is, in vitro fertilization with donor eggs. We are explaining below in a brief an easy way, how the egg donor is selected and what the general requirements...

The term Microbiota comprises a set of germs or microorganisms, which live inside the human body and that have been usually associated with infections and diseases. Nowadays we know that many of these microorganisms not only do not cause infection, but also, some of...

Until now, the role of vitamin D was well known on bone metabolism, it regulates the calcium absorption in the intestine, and creates a good bone structure to prevent osteoporosis. However, the effect of vitamin D is not only important in bone formation, but also in...

Sometimes, it is necessary to extract the sperm directly from the testicles: testicular biopsy. This procedure is performed when the patient cannot ejaculate normally or, even if he does, no sperm can be found in the sample (patients with azoospermia). Testicular...

Have you ever heard of retrograde ejaculation? What is it all about? In this episode, I will try to clear up every doubt about it and explain the solution in cases where assisted reproduction treatment is required (IVF / ICSI, Egg Donation). The sperm sample is...

What happens when one or both members of the couple have any virus, such as hepatitis B, C or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? Can they undergo an assisted reproduction treatment? The first step is always to confirm that the disease is under control, treated and...

SPERM FREEZING is one of the techniques that we usually perform in the reproduction laboratory and perhaps one of the most surprising for the patients when we offer this possibility. In many cases, when a couple plans to undergo an assisted reproduction treatment (IVF...

ARTIFICIAL INSEMINATION is one of the most requested treatments in the assisted reproduction consultations when a patient asks for information for the first time. Despite the fact that this treatment is widely "publicized" among the population, most of times it is not...

Today we are talking about EGG VITRIFICATION. A very current topic due to the applications and advantages it can bring to the women’s current lifestyle and their personal situation. As always, I am going to explain the most technical part of the process, that is, what...

Good Morning! As I have explained you before, on the day of the embryo transfer we provide you with information about the number of resulting embryos from the assisted reproduction treatment (egg donation or IVF) and about their quality, depending on whether they are...