A varicocele is an enlargement of the veins, pampiniform plexus, in the scrotum which drains blood away from testicles.

Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI), also known as microinjection, is a method where single, live sperm is directly injected into the egg.

Cytoplasmic transfer, also known as ooplasm transfer, is a new approach to in vitro fertilization (IVF), when IVF failure is associated with the deficient or damaged mitochondria.

Non-obstructive azoospermia (NOA) is a medical term used when the sperm count is low due to abnormal sperm production by the testicles.

Chorionic villus sampling (CVS), also known as chorionic villus biopsy, is a prenatal diagnostic test where tissue samples from the placenta are tested for a chromosomal conditions, like Down's syndrome and Edward syndrome as well as genetic conditions, like cystic fibrosis and sickle cell anemia.

Fertility preservation is a process which entails the freezing and storage of sperm, eggs, or embryos for later use for pregnancy.

The prevalence of assisted reproductive technologies (ART) has contributed significantly to the increase in multifetal pregnancies.

Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is a product that is obtained from the whole blood of a patient and concentrated to get high levels of platelets and growth factors.

In the past, couples at risk of transmitting a serious genetic anomaly had no other option than amniocentesis to diagnose the health of their unborn child.

"In vitro" refers to organic processes that take place outside the body - namely in the test tube. In IVF treatment, for example, the removed egg cell comes together with the man's sperm in the test tube.

Sperm donation in Cyprus is a popular method of third party medically assisted reproduction which involves using sperm obtained from another man (sperm donor) to help individuals and couples conceive through IVF (in vitro fertilization).

The process of embryo formation is that first the egg and sperm are received from the donor couple and then the artificial insemination takes place in the laboratory environment.

The Tandem Cycle is an IVF treatment option for women in the older age brackets who have diminished ovary reserves.

In the past, couples at risk of transmitting a serious genetic anomaly had no other option than amniocentesis to diagnose the health of their unborn child.

IUI (intrauterine insemination) is a straightforward fertility treatment. Intrauterine insemination may be done with or without fertility drugs.

Many couples do not have a clear definition of infertility, and this makes them discouraged and disappointed in the process of having a child.

Azoospermia is a medical term used when there is no sperm in the ejaculate or zero sperm in men. In men, azoospermia can be either obstructive or non-obstructive.

Amniocentesis is a prenatal diagnostic test where tissue samples from the amniotic fluid are tested for genetic conditions, like Down's syndrome and neural tube anomalies, and other health issues.

One of the most important steps in achieving great results during an In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) cycle is having a sufficient number of mature eggs.

An embryo has a thick protein shell known as the zona pellucida (ZP).

Fertility preservation is a process which entails the freezing and storage of sperm, eggs, or embryos for later use for pregnancy.

Egg donation consists of donating eggs anonymously and voluntarily to couples who cannot have children , either because the woman's ovaries no longer function sufficiently, or to avoid transmitting a serious disease to the other.