{"id":39770,"date":"2018-07-20T20:51:52","date_gmt":"2018-07-20T18:51:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fertilys.org\/en\/lexique\/"},"modified":"2025-05-28T12:13:44","modified_gmt":"2025-05-28T16:13:44","slug":"lexicon","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/fertilys.org\/en\/lexicon\/","title":{"rendered":"Lexicon"},"content":{"rendered":"
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ALL<\/a>A<\/a>B<\/a>C<\/a>D<\/a>E<\/a>F<\/a>G<\/a>H<\/a>I<\/a>J<\/a>K<\/a>L<\/a>M<\/a>N<\/a>O<\/a>P<\/a>Q<\/a>R<\/a>S<\/a>T<\/a>U<\/a>V<\/a>W<\/a>X<\/a>Y<\/a>Z<\/a><\/div><\/div>

  • a<\/h2><\/li>
  • Arcuate uterus<\/span>
    A variant of the normal uterus for some experts, classified by others as a septate uterus.<\/div><\/li>
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  • b<\/h2><\/li>
  • Bicornuate uterus<\/span>
    A common uterine abnormality that is characterized by the formation of two uterine cavities. The uterus has a V shape instead of the inverted pear shape.<\/div><\/li>
  • Blastocyst<\/span>
    The development stage of an embryo 5 to 7 days after fertilization.<\/div><\/li>
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  • c<\/h2><\/li>
  • Chromosomal translocation<\/span>
    A chromosomal translocation is a condition in which part of a chromosome is swapped or has broken off and reattached in another location.\u00a0<\/div><\/li>
  • Corpus luteum<\/span>
    Formed from the follicle that has just released a mature ovum (or egg). It secretes oestrogen and progesterone, which are both necessary for the proper course of pregnancy.<\/div><\/li>
  • Cryopreservation<\/span>
    A conservation process where cells, embryos or tissues are preserved by cooling to very low temperatures (-196\u00b0C) for use in the future.<\/div><\/li>
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  • d<\/h2><\/li>
  • DNA<\/span>
    Deoxyribonucleic acid. Found in chromosomes, this macromolecule carries an individual\u2019s genetic information.<\/div><\/li>
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  • e<\/h2><\/li>
  • Ejaculate<\/span>
    The semen discharged during ejaculation.<\/div><\/li>
  • Embryo<\/span>
    First development stage of an organism, from fertilization to complete differentiation of the organs, at the 8 th week of pregnancy.<\/div><\/li>
  • Endometrial cycle<\/span>
    (or Uterine) : This cycle prepares the endometrium to receive the embryo in the event of fertilization. The start of the uterine cycle occurs with menstruation.<\/div><\/li>
  • Endometriosis<\/span>
    Abnormal growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus that can spread to the fallopian tubes and the ovaries.<\/div><\/li>
  • Endometrium<\/span>
    The mucous membrane lining the internal wall of the uterus.<\/div><\/li>
  • Endovaginal ultrasound<\/span>
    A medical imaging technique in which an ultrasonic probe is placed into the vagina to examine the uterus and ovaries.<\/div><\/li>
  • Epididymis<\/span>
    A duct located behind the testes. It allows for the conservation, maturation and transportation of sperm outside the body during ejaculation.<\/div><\/li>
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  • f<\/h2><\/li>
  • Fertility preservation<\/span>
    Freezing or cryopreservation of gametes (eggs or sperm) to use in the future.<\/div><\/li>
  • Follicles<\/span>
    Located inside the ovaries, these tiny pockets of fluid contain the ova (or eggs).<\/div><\/li>
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  • g<\/h2><\/li>
  • Gamete<\/span>
    A reproductive cell. The egg in women and the sperm in men.<\/div><\/li>
  • Gonadotropin hormones<\/span>
    Hormones secreted by the pituitary gland, acting on the ovarian functions (i.e. LH \u2013 luteinizing hormone and FSH \u2013 follicle-stimulating hormone).<\/div><\/li>
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  • h<\/h2><\/li>
  • Hormones<\/span>
    Chemical messengers secreted by certain specialized glands. They influence the functioning of organs located in other areas of the organism.<\/div><\/li>
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  • i<\/h2><\/li>
  • ICSI<\/span>
    Intra cytoplasmic sperm injection. This technique involves inserting a sperm into an egg using a very fine pipette to fertilize it<\/div><\/li>
  • IUI<\/span>
    Intrauterine insemination. This painless procedure involves the insertion of motile sperm directly into the uterus through a catheter<\/div><\/li>
  • IVF<\/span>
    In vitro fertilization. Assisted reproduction technology which consists in fertilizing an egg with a sperm in the lab.<\/div><\/li>
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  • m<\/h2><\/li>
  • Microdeletion<\/span>
    A genetic mutation characterized by the deletion of genetic material on a chromosome.<\/div><\/li>
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  • o<\/h2><\/li>
  • Oocyte<\/span>
    (or ovum): A female reproductive cell contained in an ovary.<\/div><\/li>
  • Ovarian cycle<\/span>
    A series of biological events that take place each month in one of the two ovaries. The objective is to produce a mature oocyte.<\/div><\/li>
  • Ovarian hormones<\/span>
    The hormones secreted by the ovaries: oestrogen, progesterone and inhibin.<\/div><\/li>
  • Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome<\/span>
    Complication related to the injection of hormones intended to stimulate ovulation in order to collect eggs.<\/div><\/li>
  • Ovulation induction<\/span>
    Stimulation of ovulation using specialized drugs, such as anti-estrogens and gonadotropins.<\/div><\/li>
  • Ovum<\/span>
    (or oocyte): A female reproductive cell contained in an ovary.<\/div><\/li>
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  • p<\/h2><\/li>
  • Pelvis<\/span>
    (adj. pelvic): The lower part of the trunk, including the lower abdomen and genital area.<\/div><\/li>
  • PGD<\/span>
    Pre-implantation genetic diagnosis. Genetic analysis of cells from the biopsied embryo. Healthy embryos that do not have a genetic defect can be transferred into the uterus afterward.<\/div><\/li>
  • Polycystic ovary syndrome<\/span>
    Caused by a hormonal imbalance in women, this syndrome is characterized by irregular menstrual periods, increased facial and body hair, and the presence of acne. Numerous immature follicles are visible using ultrasound.<\/div><\/li>
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  • s<\/h2><\/li>
  • Seminogram<\/span>
    (or spermiogram) : Microscopic analysis of the sperm to evaluate mobility, concentration and the general condition of sperm.<\/div><\/li>
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  • t<\/h2><\/li>
  • Thrombosis<\/span>
    The formation of a blood clot in a vein or artery.<\/div><\/li>
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  • u<\/h2><\/li>
  • Unicornuate uterus<\/span>
    A uterus that has a single fallopian tube and therefore a single ovary, instead of two.<\/div><\/li>
  • Uterine fibroids<\/span>
    Benign (non-cancerous) tumours located on the wall of the uterus.<\/div><\/li>
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  • v<\/h2><\/li>
  • Varicocele<\/span>
    A varicocele is a variation of \u201cnormal\u201d anatomy in which veins in the scrotum (the sac that holds the testicles) become enlarged and sometimes even visible. A varicocele can lead to reduced fertility or scrotal pain.<\/div><\/li>
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  • z<\/h2><\/li>
  • ZyM\u014dt\u2122<\/span>
    ZyM\u014dt\u2122 simulates the natural sperm migration in the female reproductive system. In order to imitate nature, ZyM\u014dt\u2122 facilitates the separation and preparation of motile sperm in assisted reproductive procedures.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
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