Conception device

Conception Device

A conception device (pronunciation: /kənˈsɛpʃ(ə)n dɪˈvʌɪs/) is a medical tool or method used to assist in the process of reproduction. The term can refer to a wide range of devices, from simple tools like ovulation tests and basal body temperature thermometers, to more complex technologies such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) equipment.

Etymology

The term "conception device" is derived from the English words "conception", meaning the process of becoming pregnant involving fertilization, and "device", referring to a thing made for a particular purpose, especially a piece of mechanical or electronic equipment.

Types of Conception Devices

There are several types of conception devices, including:

Ovulation Predictor Kits: These are tests that detect the presence of luteinizing hormone (LH) in a woman's urine. A surge in LH levels indicates that ovulation is likely to occur soon.

Basal Body Temperature Thermometers: These are special thermometers used to measure a woman's basal body temperature, which can help determine when ovulation is occurring.

Intrauterine Devices (IUDs): These are devices inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. Some IUDs release hormones that prevent ovulation, while others create an environment that is inhospitable to sperm.

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Equipment: This equipment is used in the process of IVF, a procedure in which eggs are removed from a woman's ovaries and fertilized with sperm in a laboratory. The resulting embryos are then transferred back into the woman's uterus.

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Conception device