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--Mark Hill (talk) 10:47, 6 August 2015 (AEST) Thanks for setting up your page. We will be talking more about this in the Practical on Friday.
Lab 1 Assessment
Your Lab assessment now requires you to find a 2 recent research references on fertilisation or in vitro fertilisation.
Paste each reference on your page, as shown in the class.
Write below each reference a brief summary of the research article methods and findings.
The summary for each need not be more than 3-4 paragraphs in length.
This will need to be completed before next weeks laboratory.
The use of r-hFSH in treatment of idiopathic male factor infertility before ICSI.
look at this [1]
PMID 26166637
The objective of this investigations was to evaluate whether or not the pre-treatment use of Recombinant Human Follicle Stimulating Hormone (r-hFSH), could be used to treat common male infertility issues as Idiopathic Oligozoospermia, to improve their clinical results of Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI).
They selected a sample of 82 couples that were infertile due to the Idiopathic male factor, from the Biofertility Center in Rome, Italy between May 2013- April 2014 and randomly selected a treatment group of 36 males, Group A, and control group of 46 men, Group. The men in treatment Group A were subcutaneously injected with 150 IU of R-hFSH; Gonad F© (recombinant Human FSH) 3 times per week, for a 3 month period. The subjects in the control Group B were injected with a placebo and therefore received no treatment. After the three month period all 82 couples underwent a cycle of ICSI. In each group fertilisation, rate of implantation, rate of clinical pregnancy and the rate of miscarriage were assessed.
They found that the rate fertilisation was comparable in both treatment groups, although treatment group A had a significantly higher implantation rate and clinical pregnancy rate as well as a statistically significant lower rate of miscarriage (P<0.05). The conclusion that they drew was that the treatment use of r-hFSH to treat Idiopathic males infertility prior to ICSI can improve the clinical rate of pregnancy, and increase the rate of implantation as well as decrease the chances of early pregnancy loss.
Effect of hepatitis C virus infection on the outcomes of in vitro fertilization.
look at this [2]
PMID 26131230
The objective of this experiment was to investigate the effects that the Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) infection has upon the outcome In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF). From January 2008 - December 2013 a large sample of data was collected from couples opting for IVF at the Centre for Reproductive Medicine, General Hospital of Tianjin Medical University. These 1424 couples were tested for the HCV antibody (HCV-Ab) and were then separated into 3 groups. Group A contained 90 couples where the female tested HCV positive, Group B had 78 couples in which the male partner tested HCV positive and Group C - was the control group, of 1256 couples that both tested negative for HCV. The control group was also matched in age and in accordance with the IVF ovarian hyper stimulation protocol. These couples then underwent IVF and the results were closely monitored.
Initially the sperm was collected and its concentration, volume, motility, normal sperm morphology percentage (NMP) and Teratozoospermia index (TZI) were assessed, and again tested for the presence of HCV-Ab. The women were tested with Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) on days 2-4 of their Menstrual cycle, within the 6 months of IVF treatment. They underwent Ovarian Hyperstilumation, and intramuscular injections of chronic Gonadotropin to mature the Oocytes. Transvaginal collection of mature Oocytes occurred roughly 36 hours later. 3 days later 2 high quality embryos were then transferred back into the uterus and oral progesterone was administered to support the Luteal phase of menstruation cycle. 14 days after the embryo transfer, pregnancy can be detected by testing for increasing levels of hCG in the blood, and can later, be clinically diagnosed through the presence of gastrointestinal sac during an abdominal ultrasound.
They found that all the groups (HVC positive male, HCV positive female , HCV negative couples) had similar results in terms of age, ovarian response, endometrial thickness, duration of Gonadotropin administration, embryo transfer and day of hCG administration, and no obvious differences within the sperm parameters; motility, concentration , PR differences, volume and NMP, TZI. They proceeded to investigate the effects of HCV on pregnancy and found no notable differences on pregnancy rates per cycle. They came to the conclusion that HVC had no effect upon IVF treatment or pregnancy.
--Mark Hill (talk) 10:36, 4 September 2015 (AEST)These are good summaries of the 2 papers. You did not need to keep "look at this " at the front of the reference code. (5/5)
Lab 2 Assessment
Upload a research image using the guide information below. The image uploaded for your individual assessment can relate to your project or from fertilisation to week 3 of development (upload only a single image).
Add that image to your own individual page (see Images) including an image title and its reference link.
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Students cannot delete images once uploaded. You will need to email me with the full image name and request deletion, that I am happy to do with no penalty if done before I assess. Non-Table version of this page
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look at this [3]
PMID 26250560
Ovarian stem Cell Schematic [4]
PMID 26250560
--Mark Hill (talk) 10:42, 4 September 2015 (AEST) Image uploaded correctly with reference, copyright and student template. The uploaded image size is so small the text cannot be read, you should have used a larger version of the original figure. Just a few minor issues. The Image title (Ovarian Structural scematic and stained cortical region of an ovariana stem cell .jpg) is far too long and includes an unnecessary space at the end. This could have been (Ovarian stem cell cartoon.jpg). Your subheadings have not been updated/formatted correctly and you have not formatted the reference correctly (I have fixed the reference this please see the difference). While all these are minor, it shows you are not reviewing your work.
(4/5)
Lab 3 Assessment
In Lab 3 you were asked to divide the group project among your members and to research your allocated project component.
You will need to demonstrate that you have actively researched your project topic over the last week by having your section heading appear on the project page and have at least 3 research/review articles listed under that sub-heading.
The same content should be passed on your own individual assessment page.
Prenatal Diagnosis
Prenatal diagnosis is the screening process that tests an early fetus for overall growth, complications of pregnancy, birth defects and chromosomal or genetic abnormalities within the first 2 trimesters. It aims to provide the parents with as information as possible to help them make an informed decision about the infants quality of life. In 90-95% of the cases negative outcomes occur; confirming the healthy state of the fetus, should a genetic abnormality be present, it provides the parents with the opportunity to investigate further with other tests, and possible fetal therapeutic treatments available as well plan and prepare for the disabled infant or to terminate the pregnancy.
Post Implantation Genetic Diagnosis
- Indicators for prenatal screening/ high risk factors include:
- maternal ages > 35 years
- paternal ages > 50-55
- history of 2+ miscarriages
- previous pregnancy or family history of a preexisting genetic or chromosomal disorder
- suspected carriers of genetic disorders
- maternal disease/condition present (high BP, diabetes)
- abnormal ultrasound or serum test results within the first 2 trimesters
- family history of neural tube or other birth defects
- Ultrasonography:
- high frequency sound waves are used to generate a image of the fetus
- relatively non-invasion; its conducted transabdominally or transvaginally ( producing a higher resolution image)
- It reveals the presence/absence of congenital abnormalities, characteristics of fetal growth and development, uterine development status; amount of **amniotic fluid, placental position, umbilical blood flow and the presence of multiple gestation.
- (if abnormalities are detected further testing is recommended)
- Amniotic Fluid Analysis/:
- samples are obtained through amniocentesis
- the amniotic fluid is analyzed for its biochemical composition
- earlier in the pregnancy it can be examined for sex determination and to diagnose genetic or chromosomal disorders present.
- Later into the pregnancy it provides an indication of fetal maturity and well being
- Feta; cells recovered from the amniotic fluid can be cultured for specific karyotypes, to test for Chromosomal Abnormalities, and analysed for Alpha- fetoprotein (AFP) a biochemical marker of metabolic disorders and neural tube defects as well as other abnormalities.
- Amniocentesis- occurs usually between weeks 14-20 as amniotic fluid has reached the optimal volume (150-250mls) allowing 20-30mls to be removed with a relatively low risk or fetal or maternal complication, and in time for a 2nd trimester abortion.
- early amniocentesis ( before week 13) increase the risk of fetal loss, leakage of essential amniotic fluid and talipes equinovarus.
- Chronic Villus Sampling (CVS):
- occurs roughly 10-13 weeks after last menstrual cycle, ensuing a sufficiently developed chorionic villi but before the chorion laeve forms the definitive placenta.
- ultrasounds is used to locate the gestational sac and implantation then a transcervial or transabdominal approach is used to aspirate living tropoblast tissue.
- sample is analyzed for chromosomal abnormalities or with enzyme assay.
- advantages: earlier diagnosis , decreased waiting period
- disadvantages: risk of spontaneous abortion, bacterial infection, bleeding, leakage of amniotic fluid, inability to diagnose neural tube defects this early, early cleavage (before wk 10) is associated with increased risk of limb defects (due to insufficiently developed chronic villi)
- Umbilical Blood Sampling:
- can occur as early as 16 weeks
- using the umbilical cord to obtain fetal blood samples - with real time ultrasound
- used to diagnose inherited blood disorders, to detect congenital infections, to assess fetal anemia and in treatments such as blood transfusions.
- disadvantages: risks of infection, preterm labor, thrombosis, bleeding & transient fetal arrhythmia
- Fluroscent in Situ Hybridisation (FISH)
- rapidly detects (within 24 hours of testing ) the presence of Trisomies 21, 13 and 8 and alterations in sex chromosomes in uncultured cells.
fetal therapies
early diagnosis allows the opportunity for intervention:
- surgical intervention urinary tract obstruction ; aiming to reduce prenatal renal damage
- fetal transfusions ( feta anemia
- fetal medical treatmetn ( fetal cardiac arrhythmias,impaired thyroid function etc.) treatment occurs usually through the mother
- infusions for hematologic conditions
- stem cell transplantation
- gene therapy
- pharmocolic interventions
textbooks used :
- Maternal, Fetal & Neonatal physiology: a Clinical perspective [5]
- Langman's Medical Embryology (12th ed.)Chapter 9, pages 125-129 [6]
the following are two articles about a newly available and accessible prenatal non- invasive genetic test- Blood sampling:
- Report on Cutting edge prenatal screening technology to become available in Australia [7]
- Blood Test takes risk out of prenatal testing [8]
- Prenatal screening and Diagnostic Tests Information Pamphlet [9]
<pubmed>26168107</pubmed>
--Mark Hill (talk) 10:46, 4 September 2015 (AEST) While you have included a lot of content for your group project, I only see a single PubMed reference here? The other sources are useful, but begin with the research literature. (4/5)
Lab 4 Assessment
ANAT2341 Quiz Example | Category:Quiz | ANAT2341 Student 2015 Quiz Questions |
Design 3 quiz questions based upon any of the major subjects we have covered to date. Add the quiz to your own page under Lab 4 assessment and provide a sub-sub-heading on the topic of the quiz. An example is shown below (open this page in view code or edit mode).
Gamatogenesis
Lab Attendance
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References
- ↑ <pubmed>26166637</pubmed>
- ↑ <pubmed>26131230</pubmed>
- ↑ <pubmed>26250560</pubmed>
- ↑ <pubmed>26250560</pubmed>| [1]
- ↑ Blackburn, S.L. (2003) Maternal, Fetal & Neonatal physiology: a Clinical perspective (2nd ed.). Seattle: Saudners
- ↑ Sadler T.W.(2012) Langman's Medical Embryology (12th ed.) Philadelphia: Lipincott, Wiliams & Wilkins, a Wolters Kluwer Business
- ↑ Carbonell, R. Shinners, A. Amor, D. Mark, D. (2015) Report on Cutting edge prenatal screening technology to become available in Australia: Prepared for ABC news, PM with Mark Colvin. Retrieved from {http://www.abc.net.au/pm/content/2015/s4203200.htm}
- ↑ Begley, S. (05/07/2015) Blood Test takes risk out of prenatal testing. ABC Science. Retrieved from {http://www.abc.net.au/science/articles/2012/07/05/3539549.htm}
- ↑ Western Australia. Department of Health Genetics Council Prenatal Diagnosis Committee (2011)Prenatal screening and Diagnostic Tests. Retrieved from {http://www.health.wa.gov.au/docreg/Education/Prevention/Genetics/HP3131_prenatal.pdf}
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