Cortisol levels in fluid around eggs just before ovulation
This study looks at whether a natural stress hormone (cortisol) in the blood is also present in the fluid around the eggs right before ovulation. It aims to see if this could affect the health of eggs and improve IVF outcomes.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 35 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 19 and 29 kg/m2.
- You have regular menstrual cycles (25–35 days).
- You have normal ovarian reserve (good egg count) based on standard tests.
- You have not been diagnosed with PCOS, endometriosis (stage 3 or 4), or had poor response to IVF in the past.
- You have not taken hormonal contraception or other hormone treatments in the last 3 months.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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