Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving in the IVF Laboratory by Kay Elder, Marc Van den Bergh and Bryan Woodward (2015, Trade Paperback)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN-101107673178
ISBN-139781107673175
eBay Product ID (ePID)205689309

Product Key Features

Number of Pages218 Pages
Publication NameTroubleshooting and Problem-Solving in the Ivf Laboratory
LanguageEnglish
SubjectLaboratory Techniques, Decision-Making & Problem Solving, Gynecology & Obstetrics, Quality Control
Publication Year2015
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaEducation, Science, Business & Economics, Medical
AuthorKay Elder, Marc Van Den Bergh, Bryan Woodward
FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight14.5 Oz
Item Length9.2 in
Item Width6.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN2014-037659
Dewey Edition23
Reviews'This book is an essential read for embryologists at all stages of their careers … This book will prompt reflection on current laboratory practice and has sparked lively and thought-provoking discussions with my colleagues. No embryologist should be without it!' Lucy Richardson, The Bulletin, "This book is an essential read for embryologists at all stages of their careers ... This book will prompt reflection on current laboratory practice and has sparked lively and thought-provoking discussions with my colleagues. No embryologist should be without it!" Lucy Richardson, The Bulletin
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal618.1/780599
Table Of ContentPreface; Acknowledgements; 1. Introduction; 2. Quality control, certification and accreditation; 3. The IVF culture system; 4. Osmometry; 5. pH regulation in gamete and embryo culture systems; 6. Temperature control in the IVF laboratory; 7. The effect of light on embryos and embryo culture; 8. Gases, air quality and volatile organic carbons (VOCs); 9. Infections in IVF culture; 10. Troubleshooting a cryopreservation system; 11. Troubleshooting ICSI procedures; 12. Managing risk in an IVF lab; Index.
SynopsisMaintaining consistent and reliably high success rates is a daily challenge for every IVF laboratory. This step-by-step guide is an essential aid in navigating the complex maze of physical, chemical, biological, and logistic parameters that underpin successful gamete and embryo culture: temperature, pH, osmolality, gas supplies, air quality, light exposure, infections, managing supplies, personnel, as well as overall quality control. Numerous real-life troubleshooting case reports are presented, identifying all aspects necessary for troubleshooting. Process maps and flow charts accompanying each chapter offer a logical and systematic approach to problem solving in the laboratory. This is an essential resource for scientists in assisted reproductive technology and specialists in reproductive biology and medicine, helping IVF clinics to achieve the dream of every infertile couple: the birth of a healthy child., This step-by-step guide navigates the maze of physical, chemical, biological and logistic parameters underpinning successful gamete and embryo culture. All aspects necessary for troubleshooting are identified, offering a systematic approach to problem-solving in the laboratory. An essential resource for all scientists in assisted reproductive technology and specialists in reproductive biology and medicine.
LC Classification NumberRG135
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