Bio - Fertility Treatment Flashcards
1
Q
What are the benefits of IVF
A
It gives infertile couples a higher chance of pregnancy
New technology such as advances in microscope techniques allow for a higher change of fertility
2
Q
What are the downsides of IVF
A
Can end up with twins or triplets
It can be expensive
The success rate it low
There are side effects of the hormones
3
Q
What two hormones stimulate egg production
A
FSH, LH
4
Q
Why implant two embryos instead of just one
A
There’s a better chance of at least one surviving
5
Q
What are the ethical issues related to IVF
A
There is loss of potential life
