MCE1103

Basic in vitro techniques for embryo production (12 points)

(MED)

Leader: Dr Peter Sjoblom

Offered:
Clayton 1-30 2004 (Day)
Clayton 1-30 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this unit studetns will: 1. possess a sound theoretical knowledge and understanding of the techniques essential to the production of viable embryos in a clinical human IVF program an in an animal research laboratory; 2. understand the uses and approaches to oocyte maturation; 3. be familiar with the different methods of embryo transfer used in IVF; 4. gain some insight into the uses of assisted hatching and embryo biopsy in IVF; have the ability to communicate this knowledge.

Assessment: Written examination (3 hours): 50% + Presentation of journal review: 20% + Essay (3000 words): 30%

Contact Hours: 6 weeks (first 5 weeks - two 1-hour lectures, 2-hour tutorial, 1.5-hour seminar, 1.5-hour journal review), 2-hour revision tutorial in Week 6