Essays about: "human embryos"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 13 essays containing the words human embryos.

  1. 1. CRYOPRESERVATION OF HUMAN BLASTOCYSTS, A COMPARISON OF TWO VITRIFICATION AND WARMING KITS

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för kvinnors och barns hälsa

    Author : Sara Ottersgård; [2020]
    Keywords : Irvine Scientific; Kitazato; human embryos; embryo development; blastocyst scoring;

    Abstract : Infertility is a widespread problem around the world, although the available treatment options constantly improve through research and methodological development. A common treatment option mainly for biologically caused infertility is in-vitro fertilization, where in a menstrual cycle multiple oocytes are stimulated to mature and are then fertilized in a laboratory. READ MORE

  3. 2. Assessment of embryotoxicity of the antiandrogenic drugs flutamide and bicalutamide in zebrafish (Danio rerio)

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för farmaceutisk biovetenskap

    Author : Josefin Holmlund; [2020]
    Keywords : Antiandrogens; Androgen receptor inhibitors; Bicalutamide; Flutamide; Ecotoxicology; Environmental toxicity; Embryonic toxicity; Embryotoxicity; Zebrafish;

    Abstract : Introduction: Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in Sweden and is often treated using antiandrogenic drug therapy. Two substances belonging to this class of pharmaceuticals are bicalutamide and flutamide. After excretion from the human body, the drug molecules enter the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP). READ MORE

  4. 3. Views on embryo donation for reproductive purposes among couples with experience of cryopreserved embryos : A literature review

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för folkhälso- och vårdvetenskap

    Author : Nadine Anttila Zoubaidi; [2020]
    Keywords : Reproductive health; involuntary childlessness; embryo donation; attitudes; Reproduktiv hälsa; ofrivillig barnlöshet; embryodonation; attityder;

    Abstract : Background: Involuntary childlessness and infertility affect a large group of people and WHO calls it a global public health issue. Donated gametes can be used when a pregnancy is not achieved. READ MORE

  5. 4. Preimplantation genetic diagnosis and therapy in humans- Opportunities and risks

    University essay from Örebro universitet/Institutionen för medicinska vetenskaper

    Author : Rickard Hedberg; [2020]
    Keywords : Preimplantation genetic diagnosis; CRISPR-Cas systems; gene editing; germline; genome; ethics; autonomy; beneficence; risks.;

    Abstract : IntroductionPreimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) was developed in the 1990s and has been used since to diagnose and discard embryos with genetic conditions or chromosomal abnormalities. CRISPR-Cas9 was discovered in 2012 and has been used in research, but has not become clinical practice on humans yet. READ MORE

  6. 5. Effects of a phthalate mixture on Wnt/β-catenin signaling, apoptosis and metabolic rate in zebrafish embryos

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för biologisk grundutbildning

    Author : Stavros Bountis; [2020]
    Keywords : phthalates; Wnt β-catenin signaling; apoptosis; zebrafish; metabolic rate;

    Abstract : One of the most common plasticizers used in the production of plastic are phthalates. These chemicals have been associated with many adverse effects including developmental and reproductive anomalies. Early developmental processes targeted by chemicals can have long-lasting effects on individuals. READ MORE