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Human Growth and Development / Unit 2   HGD 0178 short lesson, about 20 seconds

Assisted Reproduction

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The idea

Assisted reproductive technology includes ovulation induction, intrauterine insemination, which places sperm in the uterus, and in vitro fertilization, conception in a laboratory.

In practice

An egg fertilised in a laboratory dish, then transferred to the uterus.

Where people slip

Risks include multiple births and higher rates of preterm birth, low birth weight and birth defects.

Your place on the trail

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