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Stress factors in the IVF laboratory

This course will help you identify the unique stress factors embryos are exposed to during assisted reproductive technology. We look at different sources of stress in the culture environment, laboratory environment as well as those created through procedural handling and how one can mitigate these factors.

The benefits of using a peroxide-free oil

Japanese researcher Otsuki and colleagues experienced reduction in fertilisation rate and impaired embryo development when they began to use a new bottle of oil at their IVF clinic. They decided to make an investigation of the root cause and found it to be high peroxide levels in the oil. Download a summary of their findings to learn more about why high peroxide levels in oil can harm the culture system and the results from peroxide values in oil from different manufacturers.

Webinar: 'Improvement in blastocyst development using Embryoscope'

In this Studio presentation, Dr. Simon Phillips demonstrates how the culture of embryos in the EmbryoScope Plus Time-Lapse incubation system has lead to an increase in blastocyst utilisation rate compared with other bench top incubation systems. This presentation was part of Vitrolife Group live Academy Studios from ASRM 2024.

Vitrification online training course

This course cover the background and technical details surrounding the vitrification and warming of oocytes and embryos. You will learn more about the details surrounding the Vitrolife media and devices used during vitrification and warming as well as the associated protocols. This short video will give you an introduction to the online course.

Making the most of your data – how to export

When you are using your EmbryoScope time-lapse system to register information about patient embryos and treatments, the export function of the EmbryoViewer represents a way to export this information into a spreadsheet format. In this video, we will look into how to set up your EmbryoViewer software to export the data you need.

The use of plastic equipment in IVF

There are at least 30 plastic items involved in every IVF procedure. If each of the 30 items used during an IVF-treatment reduces the embryos viability by 2%, the final viability at re-implantation is reduced by 44%. Download this white paper to learn about what to think about when using plastics in your IVF lab.

Optimised clinical outcomes with blastocyst culture and cryopreservation using Vitrolife G-Series culture media

A study by Zhu et al demonstrate that extended culture before cryopreservation allows for selection of viable embryos with a high chance of implantation after warming. The high blastocyst formation rate (73.8%) using Vitrolife culture media, together with an efficient cryopreservation program resulting in survival rates of >96% should eliminate any earlier concerns about blastocyst culture and cryopreservation.

Importance of CE marked medical devices in good laboratory practice

The CE marking on a medical device indicates that the product complies with European Union (EU) regulations. This certification highlights the fact that the product meets general safety and performance requirements as set out in Regulation (EU) 2017/745, AKA Medical Device Regulations (MDR). As well as being a legal requirement to have the CE marking in the European Economic Area (EEA), or equivalent in certain markets, it also provides reassurance that the medical device has undergone rigorous testing and assessment to ensure its safety and performance. This helps protect patients and users from potential risks associated with using non-compliant or unsafe devices.

Temperature measurements and temperature control in the IVF lab are crucial for your results

It is common practice to maintain a temperature of 37°C during all working and culture conditions in the IVF laboratory. This will allow for an optimal environment for the handling and culture of gametes and embryos. In this blog post Jaco Terblanche, from Vitrolife Academy, will explain why temperature control in the IVF lab is crucial, what equipment to be measured, when to measure and what to do with the results.

Do you know the characteristics of the perfect oil for IVF?

Perfect oil for IVF should do nothing but protect the culture. It should not have any negative influence on the gametes, embryos or media by adding unwanted or removing necessary components. However not all oils are or act the same. In this blog you will learn about different types of oil and things to consider when choosing oil for your IVF culture.