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What drug is given in the gluteus muscle prior to egg retrieval for ivf?

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HCG: Hcg which is given prior to egg retrieval approximately 35 and half hours before. This allows the oocytes to undergo their final maturation.

Answered 10/14/2013

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A member asked:

What drug is given in the gluteus muscle prior to egg retrieval for ivf?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Neeoo Chin answered

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