AI egg assessment

What is AI egg assessment?

Traditionally, assessing egg quality in fertility treatments has been a manual process, relying on the experience and judgment of embryologists to visually evaluate eggs under a microscope. This method can be subjective, and not entirely accurate as most eggs look very similar under the microscope.

AI Egg Assessment introduces a new approach by using machine learning technology and automated image analysis to evaluate each egg. This advanced technology provides a standardized and objective assessment, assigning a quality score based on various variables that could not be previously assessed. By eliminating subjective interpretation and introducing more measurable variables, AI Egg Assessment offers a more precise and personalised analysis, helping you make more informed decisions about your fertility journey.

Who should consider it?

Individuals Freezing Their Eggs: For those considering egg freezing, AI Egg Assessment can provide detailed information about the quality of each egg. This insight helps in making informed decisions about how many eggs to freeze and what to expect in terms of future outcomes, without relying on outdated numerical models.
Patients with Multiple Failed IVF Cycles: For patients who have experienced several unsuccessful IVF attempts, AI Egg Assessment can offer a deeper understanding of egg quality. This information may help identify underlying issues that were not previously detected, allowing for more tailored treatment plans in future cycles, and empowring you to make more informed decisions about your options going forward.

What does the research say?

AI Egg Assessment is an emerging technology, and while it holds promise, there is currently limited high-quality research to confirm its effectiveness in improving IVF success rates. Most of the available studies focus on the technology's potential rather than its proven impact¹. Because of this, the HFEA has not yet included AI egg assessment in its official guidelines. More well-designed studies are needed to better understand whether AI Egg Assessment can significantly improve fertility outcomes.

Safety

AI Egg Assessment is a non-invasive and safe process. It involves analyzing images of the eggs without any physical contact or interference, so there is no risk to the eggs or any potential embryos that may develop from them.

myfertility’s take on AI egg assessment

We recognize the potential benefits of AI Egg Assessment and how it can offer a personalized information on egg quality. This can provide valuable insights and help plan your fertility journey more effectively. However, it's important to remember that this is a new technology, and the evidence on its effectiveness in improving IVF success rates is still emerging.

When you're going through a challenging and emotional journey like fertility treatment, it can be tempting to try everything available. However, it's crucial to remember that more isn't always better. Over-promises on the benefits of new technologies or "add-ons" might not deliver meaningful results. That’s why we believe that being well-informed about your fertility treatment options can significantly improve your infertility treatment journey.

It's important to consult with a fertility specialist to determine the most appropriate treatment for your specific situation.

If you want to learn more about the best fertility clinics for you, and which clinics do these treatments, be sure to check out our clinic finder and clinic matcher. We built these tools to help you find and match with IVF clinics and fertility specialists near you, and filter through them all based on their success rates, prices, patient reviews, technologies and support services offered.

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