Assisted reproductive technology (ART) has progressed a lot since the first test tube baby was born in 1978. Technological advancements made by doctors, gynecologists and medical researchers in the field of medication for infertility, in the area of in vitro fertilization and surrogacy had given hopes to millions of couples across the globe.
ART development can be traced back to the time when healthcare practitioners began to consider intervening into the realm of God. In the 18th century, the earliest known time when medical researchers started working on human conception, doctors identified that fertility occurs when the sperm enters an ovum. A lot of years and thousands of hours of research work followed wherein doctors identified the various hormones and their roles in human reproduction and infertility cases.
It was not until 1978, in Greater Manchester that the first test tube baby (IVF process) was born… It caught the imagination of the media and medical practitioners across the globe, and what followed is astounding. The info-graphic below captures the field’s major milestones as reviewed by Dr. David Adamson, Contributor Founder and CEO, ARC Fertility.
FAQ To Gynecologists in Nashik:
Difference Between IVF And Test Tube Baby
The info-graphic above tells us a lot about advancements in the field of ART. And that leads us to the one commonly asked questions by patients at AKPI IVF Hospital in Nasik… what is the difference between IVF and test tube baby process.
Test Tube Baby: A term used to convey that the child was conceived outside the woman’s body. And the process that is used to do this is known as in vitro fertilization of IVF. To read more about IVF check this link:
But before you signup for a test tube baby treatment, you must know the pros and cons:
- No ART process gives a 100% guarantee of success
- Variables are degree of infertility, age, quality of egg and semen
- Important to be aware of complications of test tube baby processes
- It’s time consuming, so understanding between partners is critical
- Select an IVF center with higher success rate and clear track record
For any queries or doubts, it is advisable that you consult with your Gynecologists.