Dr. Vaani Mehta Embryo grading is a critical aspect of the in vitro fertilization (IVF) process, helping fertility specialists assess the quality of embryos and determine which ones are most likely to lead to a successful pregnancy. This grading system offers valuable insights into an embryo’s development and is key to improving the chances of success during IVF treatments.
"Embryo grading helps evaluate the quality of embryos, which plays a crucial role in determining IVF success, " explains Dr. Vaani Mehta, IVF Specialist, Birla Fertility and IVF Chandigarh. "We assess factors like cell structure, division rate, and overall development to select the healthiest embryos for transfer. Higher-grade embryos increase the chances of implantation and a successful pregnancy. While it is an important tool, it is essential to remember that even lower-graded embryos can result in healthy pregnancies."
Embryo grading typically takes place three to five days after fertilization, when the embryos have developed enough for their quality to be assessed. Grading is based on factors such as the number and size of cells, how well they are dividing, and the overall appearance of the embryo. A high-grade embryo has well-organized, evenly sized cells and a good rate of division, indicating that it has a better chance of implantation once transferred into the uterus.