What Is the Meaning of In Vitro Fertilization?
In vitro fertilization is a well-known type of reproduction technology. It allows couples to conceive a child without having sexual intercourse. In vitro is a complex scientific process that has been available to infertile couple since 1978. Originally the conceived baby was referred to as a “test-tube baby.” This is somewhat accurate because in vitro is a Latin phrase meaning “within the glass.” In vitro fertilization is an expensive procedure and there is no guarantee that it will work. Still it has produced numerous healthy babies throughout the world.
