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Adhesions

Scar tissues that attach to the surfaces of organs.
Andrologist

A medical doctor or Ph.D. who specializes in the study of male reproduction.
Anovulation

A condition in which a woman does not ovulate (produce and release eggs). Menses may still occur.
ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology)

Any procedure that involves removal of eggs from a woman prior to fertilization, such as in vitro fertilization.
Assisted Hatching

A laboratory procedure that partially opens the outer surface of the embryo to improve the likelihood of implantation using chemicals, laser, or mechanical means.
Asthenozoospermia

A condition in which no sperm are motile.
Azoospermia

The absence of sperm in the seminal fluid, usually caused by a blockage or an impairment of sperm production.
Basal Body Temperature

A simple, straightforward method used to document ovulation to increase the likelihood of conception.
Beta hCG Test (BhCG)

A blood test to determine pregnancy. It gives a positive reading if human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is present in the blood.
Biochemical Pregnancy

See Chemical Pregnancy.
Blighted Ovum (EGG)

A fertilized embryo that implants in the uterus, but does not develop further and dies,
Bromocriptine (Parlodel)

An oral medication used to lower the level of the hormone prolactin
Cancelled Cycle

Discontinuation of an ART cycle usually prompted by poor response to hormone therapy, no egg recovery, or failed fertilization.
Cervical Mucus

Secretions produced by the cervix. The thickness of the mucus varies according to the phase of the menstrual cycle. In the days just before ovulation, the mucus is easily penetrable by sperm.
Cervix

The lower section and opening of the uterus that protrudes into the vagina. Sperm pass through the cervix into the uterus during intercourse. It dilates during labor to allow the passage of the infant.
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