Micromanipulation system

In fertility treatment many of the most important steps are performed on cells the eye cannot see. Eggs, sperm and embryos are extremely delicate structures, and working with them calls for a precision beyond what a human hand can achieve unaided.

For that reason the embryology laboratory uses a micromanipulation system: an advanced technology that lets the embryologist carry out the most delicate stages of treatment with a very high degree of control, in movements measured in microns.

At Taban Fertility Center this technology is part of daily practice and, alongside the experience and skill of the embryology team, makes many advanced fertility procedures possible with greater precision.

What is a micromanipulator?

A micromanipulator is a set of very fine instruments mounted under a microscope, which help the embryologist move or guide an egg, a sperm or an embryo with great precision.

In effect the system acts as an extension of the embryologist's hand — except that its movements are far more precise, far steadier and entirely controllable.

It makes possible procedures that without such precision would be either impossible or extremely difficult.

Where is it used?

A micromanipulator plays an essential part in many stages of fertility treatment, and without it some procedures cannot be carried out at all.

Its most important uses include:

ICSI — injecting a single sperm into an egg

Embryo biopsy for genetic testing (PGT)

Assisted hatching, helping an embryo emerge from its outer shell

Precise handling and holding of eggs, sperm and embryos at various laboratory stages

Each of these steps requires great precision, complete concentration and practical experience on the part of the embryologist.

Why does this technology matter?

In fertility treatment a difference of a few thousandths of a millimetre can matter.

When injecting a sperm into an egg or taking a sample from an embryo, the smallest movement must be fully controlled. The aim is to carry out the necessary step with the greatest precision and the least unnecessary handling.

A micromanipulator allows the embryologist to guide fine laboratory instruments with a high degree of control and to carry the process forward with greater confidence.

That is why this technology is now among the core equipment of advanced embryology laboratories.

Is owning the device enough on its own?

No.

This is one of the points many patients are not aware of.

A micromanipulator is only an instrument. The real quality of treatment depends on the skill of the person behind it.

The embryologist's experience, precision, concentration and command of micromanipulation technique are decisive in carrying out each stage correctly.

For that reason Taban always works to use advanced technology alongside trained specialist staff, because we believe the two complete one another.

Greater precision, for better care of the cells

The purpose of using a micromanipulator is not simply to perform a technique.

The real purpose is to carry out each stage correctly with the least possible stress on the cells at the centre of the treatment.

Eggs, sperm and embryos are the substance of every couple's treatment, and the whole effort of the embryology team is to carry out these stages calmly, delicately and under complete control.

Using precise equipment alongside scientific standards is therefore an inseparable part of the work of the Taban embryology laboratory.