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The purpose of this study is to determine if sperm DNA fragmentation is associated with in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes when euploid embryos are transferred.
The purpose of this study is to determine if sperm DNA fragmentation is associated with in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes when euploid embryos are transferred. Euploid embryos are those that have a complete set of chromosomes (46, XX or 46, XY). Sperm DNA fragmentation refers to sperm DNA that is damaged or has an altered structure. The sperm chromatin structure assay (SCSA) is a method to evaluate sperm DNA Fragmentation.
Couples will undergo a routine IVF cycle at Reproductive Medicine Associates of New Jersey. Semen specimens collected on the day of ICSI will undergo semen analysis as per routine. An aliquot of semen (0.5- 1mL) will be collected for subsequent evaluation of DNA fragmentation by the Sperm Chromatin Structure Assay (SCSA) testing at SCSA Diagnostics. All embryo biopsies will undergo CCS analysis in the genomics laboratory, Foundation for Assessment and Enhancement of Embryonic Competence.
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| IVF/ICSI Pregnancy Outcomes with euploid blastocyst transfer based on sperm DNA fragmentation | rates of fertilization, blastulation, implantation, sustained implantation, delivery and miscarriage | 28 months |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Relationship between semen analysis parameters and sperm DNA fragmentation | Semen analysis parameters (total motile sperm count, Volume, Concentration, Grade 1-4 ) | 28 months |
| Correlation between sperm DNA fragmentation and embryonic aneuploidy |
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Couples completing their first IVF/ICSI cycle at Reproductive Medicine Associates of New Jersey utilizing CCS (Comprehensive Chromosome Screening).
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| Name | Affiliation | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Richard T Scott, MD, HCLD | Reproductive Medicine Associates of New Jersey | Principal Investigator |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reproductive Medicine Associates of New Jersey | Basking Ridge | New Jersey | 07920 | United States | ||
| Reproductive Medicine Associates of Pennsylvania at LeHigh Valley |
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| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D007248 | Infertility, Male |
| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D005832 | Genital Diseases, Male |
| D000091662 | Genital Diseases |
| D000091642 | Urogenital Diseases |
| D007246 | Infertility |
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An aliquot semen (0.5 - 1mL) will be collected and cryopreserved for analysis for DNA Fragmentation. Two tubes of serum (approximately 20 mL) will be collected from male partner via venipuncture.
| 28 months |
| Allentown |
| Pennsylvania |
| 18104 |
| United States |
| D052801 |
| Male Urogenital Diseases |