The IVF embryologist
Example: The IVF embryologist carefully monitored the embryo's development.
Definition
The IVF embryologist is a medical professional specializing in handling and studying embryos created through in vitro fertilization (IVF). They carefully monitor and manage embryo development to support successful pregnancy outcomes.
Etymology
The term "IVF embryologist" combines 'IVF,' an acronym for in vitro fertilization meaning fertilization outside the body, and 'embryologist,' derived from Greek 'embryon' (meaning 'young one') and '-logist' (meaning 'one who studies'). Did you know that IVF was first successfully performed in the late 1970s, revolutionizing reproductive medicine and creating a new specialty for embryologists?
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"The IVF embryologist" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medical Professions - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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