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Human Reproduction, Vol. 2, No. 7, pp. 589-591, 1987
© 1987 European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology

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Granulosa cell metabolism and the assessment of oocyte quality in IVF

K. Wiswedel

Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Groote Schuur Hospital Observatory, CT, South Africa

The progesterone production of the granulosa cells of the cumulus – oocyte complex correlates very well with the cleavage potential of embryos in an IVF system. The method is simple and can be easily performed by any laboratory associated with IVF. Furthermore, high intratubal progesterone levels in the immediate post-ovulatory period are probably important in prolonging the intra-ampullary residence of the oocyte or embryo until the uterine endometnum is optimal for implantation.

Key words: oocyte assessment/oocyte quality/IVF/cleavage potential/non-invasive assessment


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