Ema is back to talk a little bit about Egg/Oocyte retrieval! 💉 The egg retrieval is usually done 36 hours after the final cycle injection and before ovulation. Once it is complete, a skilled embryologist searches the follicular fluid to determine how many eggs are present and then moves on to the fertilization process! Fun fact: Eggs are larger than any other cell in the human body, at about 100 microns (or millionths of a meter) in diameter, about the same as a strand of hair. That means you c

🌟 Exciting insights into the role of the oocyte cortex! 🌟 This specialized cytoskeletal network is crucial for maintaining cell shape and regulating vital developmental processes. Our latest mini-review delves into how the oocyte cortex impacts maturation, communication with cumulus cells, and the mechanical aspects of fertilization and embryo development. Did you know that dysregulation of the cortex can lead to fragmentation or aneuploidy? 🤯 The study highlights the potential of biomechanic