embryo transfer

noun

1
: the final procedure of the in vitro fertilization process that involves transfer of one or more embryos into the uterine cavity typically by using a catheter inserted through the uterine cervix
2
: a procedure used in animal breeding in which an embryo from a superovulated female is removed and reimplanted in the uterus of another female

called also embryo transplant

Examples of embryo transfer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In one study, researchers found that pregnancy was achieved 19% of the time when couples used fresh embryo transfer and 28% of the time when couples used frozen embryos. Wendy Wisner, Health, 16 Sep. 2024 As her lawyer was drawing up a contract and making the complicated arrangements for her surrogate to begin taking medications in preparation for the embryo transfer, Iacuzzo researched escrow companies online. Kc Baker, Peoplemag, 7 Aug. 2024 So, is spotting a positive sign after embryo transfer? Rachel Gurevich, Parents, 30 July 2024 The average cost for a frozen embryo transfer (FET) is about $3,000 to $5,000. Rachel Gurevich, Parents, 25 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for embryo transfer 

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Word History

First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of embryo transfer was in 1966

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“Embryo transfer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/embryo%20transfer. Accessed 5 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

embryo transfer

noun
1
: the final procedure of the in vitro fertilization process that involves transfer of one or more embryos into the uterine cavity typically by using a catheter inserted through the uterine cervix
2
: a procedure used in animal breeding in which an embryo from a superovulated female is removed and reimplanted in the uterus of another female

called also embryo transplant

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