Cancer patients & pregnancy: Bangalore scientists explore way to save eggs lost inside the ovary
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Why in news
Scientists at ICAR-NIANP in Bengaluru are developing a technique to retrieve and grow preantral follicles (immature eggs) to preserve fertility in cancer patients and enhance assisted reproduction.
Background
Researchers at the National Institute of Animal Nutrition and Physiology (NIANP) are focusing on preantral follicles, which naturally degenerate inside the ovary. The technology has successfully produced the first buffalo embryo using eggs grown from these follicles and is being adapted for larger domestic animals.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TPreantral follicles: Immature eggs that naturally degenerate inside the ovary.
- BodyNIANP: National Institute of Animal Nutrition and Physiology, a constituent of ICAR.
- FactThe technology has been successfully used to produce a buffalo embryo.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the potential of reproductive biotechnology in addressing fertility challenges and preserving reproductive health in patients undergoing intensive medical treatments like chemotherapy.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Clinical utility: Preservation of ovarian tissue to mitigate chemotherapy-induced infertility
- Biotech scalability: Transitioning from bovine embryo production to human assisted reproduction
- Ethical considerations: Regulatory oversight of cloning and advanced assisted reproductive technologies
Keywords: Assisted Reproduction · Preantral Follicles · Fertility Preservation · Biotechnology · Ovarian Tissue Cryopreservation
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