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Partner-assisted reproduction
Partner-assisted reproduction, reception of oocytes from partner (ROPA), reciprocal IVF, shared motherhood, partner IVF or co-IVF is a method of family building that is used by couples who both possess female reproductive organs. The method uses in vitro fertilization (IVF), a method that means eggs are removed from the ovaries, fertilized in a laboratory, and then one or more of the resulting embryos are placed in the uterus to hopefully create a pregnancy. Reciprocal IVF differs from standard IVF in that two partners are involved: the eggs are taken from one partner, and the other partner carries the pregnancy. In this way, the process is mechanically identical to IVF with egg donation. Reciprocal IVF offers the highest chance for pregnancy and a lower chance of a multiple births.[citation needed]
This process was first introduced in Spain in 2007 at the CEFER institute.
Reciprocal IVF is a process that involves steps both for the genetic mother and the gestational mother. Below lists the one-by-one steps a couple undergoing this procedure have to go through.
The decision to choose which partner is going to be the egg donor and which partner is going to be the gestational carrier can be based on personal reasons or medical reasons. When focusing strictly on medical advantages, the egg donor tends to be the younger partner, the partner with the stronger ovarian reserve, or the partner without known genetic abnormalities.
The gestational carrier tends to be the partner who has previously given birth, is fit for pregnancy, or the partner with the healthiest uterus. These factors can be determined by a full fertility workup by a healthcare provider prior to starting the reciprocal IVF process.
While some couples base their decision on medical reasons, personal reasons may also be a fundamental deciding factor. Many couples base their decision on emotional and/or psychological reasons of who wants to be the donor and who wants to carry the child to term.
Identity reasons may also play a factor in a couple's decision. For instance, some partners who are biologically able may not want to be the gestational carrier because it misaligns with their gender identity or because testosterone regimens may need altering or cessation. However, while the research is limited, successful reciprocal IVF using oocytes from a transgender male who remained on testosterone throughout the entire process has been documented.
The timeline of reciprocal IVF depends on if a couple chooses to undergo a fresh or a frozen transfer:
Partner-assisted reproduction
Partner-assisted reproduction, reception of oocytes from partner (ROPA), reciprocal IVF, shared motherhood, partner IVF or co-IVF is a method of family building that is used by couples who both possess female reproductive organs. The method uses in vitro fertilization (IVF), a method that means eggs are removed from the ovaries, fertilized in a laboratory, and then one or more of the resulting embryos are placed in the uterus to hopefully create a pregnancy. Reciprocal IVF differs from standard IVF in that two partners are involved: the eggs are taken from one partner, and the other partner carries the pregnancy. In this way, the process is mechanically identical to IVF with egg donation. Reciprocal IVF offers the highest chance for pregnancy and a lower chance of a multiple births.[citation needed]
This process was first introduced in Spain in 2007 at the CEFER institute.
Reciprocal IVF is a process that involves steps both for the genetic mother and the gestational mother. Below lists the one-by-one steps a couple undergoing this procedure have to go through.
The decision to choose which partner is going to be the egg donor and which partner is going to be the gestational carrier can be based on personal reasons or medical reasons. When focusing strictly on medical advantages, the egg donor tends to be the younger partner, the partner with the stronger ovarian reserve, or the partner without known genetic abnormalities.
The gestational carrier tends to be the partner who has previously given birth, is fit for pregnancy, or the partner with the healthiest uterus. These factors can be determined by a full fertility workup by a healthcare provider prior to starting the reciprocal IVF process.
While some couples base their decision on medical reasons, personal reasons may also be a fundamental deciding factor. Many couples base their decision on emotional and/or psychological reasons of who wants to be the donor and who wants to carry the child to term.
Identity reasons may also play a factor in a couple's decision. For instance, some partners who are biologically able may not want to be the gestational carrier because it misaligns with their gender identity or because testosterone regimens may need altering or cessation. However, while the research is limited, successful reciprocal IVF using oocytes from a transgender male who remained on testosterone throughout the entire process has been documented.
The timeline of reciprocal IVF depends on if a couple chooses to undergo a fresh or a frozen transfer: