What’s intrafallopian gamete transfer?

Intrafallopian gamete transfer is a fertility treatment that involves placing a mixture of eggs and sperm into a woman’s fallopian tube. It is used for women who have difficulty conceiving and have been trying for a year or more. The procedure may not be effective for certain conditions involving the fallopian tubes or uterus. The […]

What’s a gamete?

Gametes are cells produced for sexual reproduction, with humans having two types: eggs and sperm. They each have 23 chromosomes and are formed through meiosis. The 23rd chromosome pair determines biological sex. Meiosis allows for genetic diversity in gametes. Sperm are small and motile, while eggs are large and provide nourishment for embryos. Spermatogenesis occurs […]

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