Course

Unit 1: Basic Human Embryology, Gametogenesis, Meiosis, Implantation and placentation, Preimplantation embryo development, Development of various organs

Unit 2: Anatomy of Male and Female reproductive system, Physiology of Ovulation, Folliculogenesis, Physiology of Menses, Hormonal control of human, Natural Cycle, Various stimulation protocols, Ovarian Hyper stimulation syndrome (OHSS), Complication of stimulation

Unit 3: Reproductive Endocrinology, Reproductive pathology, Reproductive Pharmacology, Assisted Reproductive Technology- IUI, ICSI, IVF, Recent advances in ART, IVF Procedure: Fertilization, Embryo Production & Cryopreservation Techniques

Unit 4: Ethical & legal aspects of ART, Oocyte Donation Programme, Surrogacy

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

This course will cover the basics of human embryo development and explain the role of hormones and other factors involved in the successful implantation of embryo. The course will describe the diagnostic and treatment options available for infertility and the process involved.

COURSE OUTCOME

After completing the course, students shall be able to  

CO1. This course describes the basic developmental biology involved in embryo development.

CO2. Explain the physiology of human reproduction and the organs involved including the mechanistic and molecular aspects.

CO3. Describes the endocrine mechanisms invloved in reproductive biology and different types of assisted reproductive techniques.

CO4: Students shall be able to understand the ethical and legal aspects of assisted reproductive technology

REFERENCES

1. Textbook of Clinical Embryology by Vishram Singh, 3rd edition
2. A Textbook of Clinical Embryology, Cambridge University Press, March 2021
3. Human Embryology and Developmental Biology by Bruce M. Carlson, 6th edition

Developmental Biology, by Scott F. Gilbert, 11th edition