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Glossary
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| Ectopic pregnancy |
Pregnancy located outside of the uterus,
most commonly in a fallopian tube |
| Egg (ovum) |
The female reproductive cell |
| Egg donation |
Donation of an egg by one woman to another
who attempts to become pregnant by in vitro fertilization
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| Egg Retrieval |
A surgical procedure to procure eggs from
follicles for use in IVF/GIFT cycle or otherwise. Usually
involves laparoscopy. |
| Embryo |
The developing baby from implantation to
the second month of pregnancy |
| Embryologist |
A specialist in embryo development |
| Embryo Transfer |
Placing a fertilized egg back into the woman's
uterus or fallopian tube. |
| Ejaculate |
The sperm-containing fluid released at orgasm |
| Electroejaculation |
Controlled electrical stimulation to induce
ejaculation in a man with damage to the nerves that
control ejaculation |
| Endometriosis |
A condition where growth of endometrial
tissues occurs in areas outside the uterus causing irritation,
adhesions, and other pelvic abnormalities. |
| Endometrial Biopsy |
A procedure whereby a small sample of the
uterine lining is removed and dissected. |
| Epididymis |
Responsible for maturation of sperm prior
to ejaculation. |
| Estradiol |
The principal estrogen produced by the ovary
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| Estrogens |
Female sex hormones |
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