Sperm Sorting Device to Improve IVF Success in Older Fathers
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This study tests whether a special device that selects the most active sperm can improve IVF success rates when the male partner is 40 or older. The goal is to see if this sorting technique, combined with genetic testing of embryos, leads to healthier pregnancies.
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Who can take part
- Male partner must be at least 40 years old
- Male partner's semen must meet specific quality standards: at least 1.4 mL volume, 6 million sperm per mL, and at least 20% actively moving sperm (after 3–5 days without ejaculation)
- Female partner must produce at least 5 mature eggs during IVF stimulation
- You are willing to use ICSI (injecting single sperm into eggs), genetic testing of embryos (PGT-A), and transfer only one embryo at a time
- Both partners must be willing to sign consent and participate fully
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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