Group Culture May Affect Embryo Quality in Assisted Reproduction Technology

One of the vital factors in achieving pregnancies in assisted reproductive technologies (ART) is maximizing embryo quality, which is significantly influenced by embryo culture conditions. A microwell culture system that facilitates group culture, improves embryonic development. The investigators use a new special culture dish to examine the effect of group culture on embryonic development in vitro. Zygotes derived from sibling oocytes were completely denuded from cumulus cells and spermatozoa, then randomly divided into conventional droplet culture or group culture. Embryos cultured in microwell system (group culture) were compared to conventional droplet culture (one zygote per drop). Relevant parameters are recorded to evaluate the validity of group culture in ART.