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Intracytoplasmic sperm injection or ICSI, the How, What, When, and Why with Dr Charlie Scoggin

Episode Summary

Theriogenologist Dr. Charlie Scoggin talks about all things ICSI. Intracytoplasmic sperm injection, or ICSI, is an in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedure in which a single sperm is injected directly into an egg. This advanced reproductive technique is useful when a mare has pathology problems, semen with limited supply or fertility issues, genetic preservation for performance continuance, and usually requires less management.

Episode Notes

  ICSI the How, What, When, and Why with Dr. Charlie Scoggin

Description:  Theriogenologist Dr. Charlie Scoggin talks about all things ICSI.  Intracytoplasmic sperm injection, or ICSI, is an in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedure in which a single sperm is injected directly into an egg.  This advanced reproductive technique is useful when a mare has problems that prevent her conceiving and carrying a foal, and when semen is in limited supply or has fertility issues. Preservation and continuance of rare genetics is also made possible.