On July 25, 1978 the first baby was born that had been conceived invitro.\u00a0 These babies were referred to as \u201cTest Tube Babies\u201d because they were essentially created in a laboratory in a glass tube. Invitro Fertilization is the process where the egg harvested from a female is combined with the sperm obtained from a male in a lab and in a glass tube. This was the culmination of many years of research performed by Dr. Patrick Steptoe and Dr. Robert Edwards during the 1960\u2019s and 1970\u2019s in England.
\nThe invention of the microscope in the 17th century really helped scientists understand how fertilization takes place. For hundreds of years following this development, research was done on how to implant fertilize eggs artificially, but while still within the body.\u00a0 It wasn\u2019t until the beginning of the 20th century that fertilization outside of the body was begun. In 1959 the first rabbit to be conceived invitro was born, followed in 1963 by a hamster and in 1972 by the birth of a mouse.\u00a0 The technique that really helped advance IVF was the use of laparascopic surgery. This allows the gynecologist to remove the follicles from the ovary very precisely.
\nIt is estimated that now over 200,000 babies have been conceived using IVF. The procedure has been improved upon tremendously in the last few years.\u00a0 Many times this process leads to multiple eggs being fertilized and more than one baby being conceived.
\nTo speak to a physician at Jamaica Hospital about IVF and pregnancy in general please schedule an appointment at our Women\u2019s Health Center at 718-291-3276.<\/p>\n
All content of this newsletter is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult a medical professional before adopting any of the suggestions on this page. You must never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment based upon any content of this newsletter. PROMPTLY CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN OR CALL 911 IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY.<\/strong> <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" On July 25, 1978 the first baby was born that had been conceived invitro.\u00a0 These babies were referred to as \u201cTest Tube Babies\u201d because they were essentially created in a laboratory in a glass tube. Invitro Fertilization is the process … Continue reading