Preparing for IVF: Emotional Considerations For many patients, the stress of infertility and undergoing IVF can be as great as the stress caused by the death of a family member or undergoing
Oocyte Retrieval and Embryo Transfer Day of hCG Administration Lupron® is discontinued when hCG is given. hCG is given when mature follicles are present on ultrasound. 5,000 or 10,000
Collection of Semen In order to obtain sperm of optimal quantity and quality, it is important that patients follow their individual clinic instructions for semen collection. Be aware that clinics
ART Medications Several hormonal medications are used in an IVF cycle. These medicines belong to several categories and each is an important part of the IVF cycle. The types and amounts of
Injection Techniques and Medications Gonadotropins used for ovarian stimulation are made by several different drug companies. All may be given intramuscularly and some may also be given
Organizations RESOLVE 7918 Jones Branch Drive, Suite 300 McLean, VA 22102 Phone: 703-506-7172 Website: resolve.org American Society for ReproductiveMedicine J. Benjamin Younger Office of
Progesterone Progesterone is a hormone produced principally by the ovary after ovulation. Progesterone serves many purposes, but its principal function is to prepare the lining of the uterus (the
GnRH Antagonist Therapy Nature of the Drug Antagon® (ganirelix acetate) and Cetrotide® (cetrorelix) are GnRH antagonists (hormonal drugs) which are currently approved for enhancing response
Mixing and Administration of hCG and Progesterone HCG - 10,000 units (intramuscular injection) Profasi - 10,000 units (intramuscular injection) Pregnyl - 10,000 units (intramuscular
Intramuscular Injections NOTE: The dosage is individualized and a nurse will give you specific dosage direction. Wash hands Assemble all of your supplies Attach an 18-gauge 1½ inch needle
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