Endocrine monitoring of ART cycles

Abstract

Controlled ovarian stimulation is a determining factor in the success of ART cycles. Clinics the world over use ultrasound and endocrine hormone assessment to monitor these cycles to optimize success by getting the ideal number of oocytes and therefore good embryos. Further monitoring helps avert complications of hyperstimulation besides a poor response. The commonly indicated hormone assays for monitoring cycles include oestradiol, luteinizing hormone and lately progesterone. Endocrine monitoring is combined with ultrasound tracking; even though the role of intensive monitoring combining the two is controversial, it is recommended as ultrasound with serum oestradiol is utilized as a precautionary good practice.