In-Vitro Fertilization (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781108441810)

This extensively updated new edition provides an indispensable account of modern in-vitro fertilization practice, building upon the popularity of previous editions. The authors initially give a comprehensive review of the biology of human gametes and embryos, before outlining basic to advanced IVF techniques. New developments in practical techniques and understanding are discussed, including in-vitro maturation, vitrification, preservation of fertility for cancer patients, stem cell technology, preimplantation genetic testing, and the role of epigenetics and imprinting. The revised introduction also incorporates a 'refresher' study review of fundamental principles of cell and molecular biology, now updated with current knowledge of meiosis in human oocytes, embryo metabolism and basic principles of genome editing. With high-quality illustrations and extensive, up-to-date reading lists, it is a must-have textbook for trainee and practising embryologists, as well as clinicians who are interested in the scientific principles that underpin successful IVF.

Author: Kay Elder, Brian Dale
ISBN-10: 1108441815
ISBN-13: 9781108441810
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 03/12/2020
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.90lbs
Size: 9.60h x 7.50w x 0.70d