This extensively updated new edition provides an indispensable account of modern in-vitro fertilization practice, building upon the popularity of previous editions. The authors initially give a comprehensive review of the biology of human gametes and embryos, before outlining basic to advanced IVF techniques. New developments in practical techniques and understanding are discussed, including in-vitro maturation, vitrification, preservation of fertility for cancer patients, stem cell technology, preimplantation genetic testing, and the role of epigenetics and imprinting. The revised introduction also incorporates a 'refresher' study review of fundamental principles of cell and molecular biology, now updated with current knowledge of meiosis in human oocytes, embryo metabolism and basic principles of genome editing. With high-quality illustrations and extensive, up-to-date reading lists, it is a must-have textbook for trainee and practising embryologists, as well as clinicians who are interested in the scientific principles that underpin successful IVF.
By:
Kay Elder (Bourn Hall Clinic Cambridge), Brian Dale Imprint: Cambridge University Press Country of Publication: United Kingdom Edition: 4th Revised edition Dimensions:
Height: 246mm,
Width: 188mm,
Spine: 18mm
Weight: 850g ISBN:9781108441810 ISBN 10: 1108441815 Pages: 288 Publication Date:12 March 2020 Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Kay Elder is Senior Research Scientist, Bourn Hall Clinic, Cambridge. Brian Dale is Director of Research, Centre for Assisted Fertilization, Naples.