The success of any In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) program relies on many factors, but one of the key components is the seamless combination of expertise and technology represented by the Embryological Laboratory. Here, trained professionals work in a controlled environment on the miracle of human life by facilitating the development of embryos.
SILK Medical prioritizes the quality and reliability of its Embryological Laboratory equipment. Our special protocols ensure optimal conditions for fertilization, growth, and preservation of embryos before transfer. We are the first and only fertility clinic in the region with the state-of-the-art IVFID Witness System and the AI-powered EmbryoScope Incubator, which improve IVF pregnancy rates.
SILK Medical Embryological Laboratory Setup
Maintaining Sterile Environment
To guarantee safety and minimize the risk of contamination of developing embryos, the Embryological Laboratory, a closely monitored “clean zone,” is restricted exclusively to the clinic’s embryologists.
SILK Medical specialists follow strict protocols, allowing only sterile lab clothing. Perfumes, cosmetics, and other products that could introduce external chemical compounds are expressly prohibited. Advanced ventilation systems continuously filter the air, and the room undergoes regular disinfection to maintain a sterile environment at all times.
Advanced Equipment
The Embryological Laboratory at SILK Medical features state-of-the-art equipment to ensure the high level of precision and increase IVF treatment success rates. The lab includes a laminar flow cabinet – a specialized workstation that provides a clean, particle-free environment for handling embryos, eliminating the risk of contamination. The clinic’s embryologists use top-of-the-line micromanipulators and microscopes designed specifically for Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI). To support optimal embryo development, the incubators are programmed to maintain the ideal temperature, humidity and pH levels, mimicking the natural conditions within the human body.
IVFID Witness System
SILK Medical’s exclusive for the region IVFID Witness System is specifically designed for IVF clinics and uses wireless Radio Frequency Identification chips to ensure that sperm and oocyte (egg) samples are ideally matched. The system greatly reduces the chance of a human error, as it uses automated workflow control. In case of a sample mismatch it blocks itself out, simultaneously informing the authorized personnel to immediately get involved in the procedure.
EmbryoScope
The clinic’s AI EmbryoScope Incubator is used to automatically monitor and analyze embryos development with the help of an AI-Based Scoring System. The resulting data shows the likelihood of achieving fetal heartbeat at an early stage, and also compares embryos’ development patterns, generating a score for the likelihood of a successful implantation.
Applied Techniques
The embryological laboratory at SILK Medical employs a range of innovative techniques to maximize the success of IVF treatments. These include:
In Vitro Fertilization
The process of fertilizing eggs with sperm in a controlled laboratory environment.
Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection and Physiological Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection
ICSI and PIXIE techniques are used to directly inject a single sperm into an egg, particularly useful in cases of male factor infertility or previous IVF failures.
Embryo Cultivation
Monitoring and nurturing of embryos as they develop in the laboratory.
Trophectoderm Biopsy for Preimplantation Genetic Testing
A procedure that involves removing a small number of cells from the embryo for genetic testing, allowing for the selection of the healthiest embryos for transfer.
Laser-assisted Hatching
A method that uses a precise laser to create a small opening in the outer layer of the embryo, facilitating implantation in the uterus.
Genetic Material Vitrification and Thawing
The process of preserving eggs, sperm, and embryos through ultra-rapid freezing, allowing for their use in future IVF cycles.
In addition, only high-quality consumables and solutions are used in SILK Medical Embryological Laboratory. Everything from petri dishes to the culture media that provides the necessary nutrients for the embryos, is sourced only from reputable manufacturers to create the best possible environment for the embryos growth and development.
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