Increases the chances of success in Assisted Reproduction
Blastocyst culture is a laboratory technique in assisted reproduction that consists of keeping embryos in culture for 5 or 6 days after fertilization, until they reach the blastocyst stage.
This prolonged development allows the selection of embryos with the highest implantation potential, increasing the chances of achieving a pregnancy.
The blastocyst is an advanced phase of the embryo, in which the following are already distinguished:
Inner cell mass, which will develop into the baby.
Trophectoderm, which will form the placenta.
Blastocoel cavity, which indicates proper development.
Reaching this stage indicates that the embryo has a high implantation capacity.
Prolonged culture can be especially beneficial in:
in the laboratory via IVF or ICSI.
in next-generation incubators, with controlled temperature, humidity, and gas levels.
by embryologists, observing cell division and morphology.
of the highest quality for uterine transfer or vitrification.
For this reason, the decision to extend culture must be personalized and made together with the specialist.
Transfer at the blastocyst stage tends to offer higher pregnancy rates than transfer on day 2-3, especially in younger women or those with several embryos available.
Specific rates depend on age, egg quality, and reproductive history.
No, only those with greater development capacity.
It usually has an additional cost, as it requires more days of laboratory work and specialized control.
Yes, blastocysts can be vitrified with high survival rates.
On the contrary, it allows the transfer of a single, top-quality embryo, thus reducing the risk of multiple pregnancy.
At Institut Marquès, we have specialized embryologists and the most advanced technology to perform blastocyst culture under optimal conditions.
Our goal is to maximize the chances of success in every assisted reproduction treatment.
Request your first free consultation and find out whether blastocyst culture is the best option for your case.
