ICSI

Thorough and focused foundation training in all aspects of ICSI

This short hands-on training course will provide the following skills and knowledge:

• Patient indications for ICSI.
• Hands on training in the technical skills required to successfully to use and maintain the ICSI equipment.
• Preparation of gametes for ICSI.
• Hands on – sperm selection for ICSI.
• Perform ICSI – hands on sessions using mouse/hamster oocytes.
• Theoretical knowledge will be provided on selection of devices, protocols and media for ICSI, artificial oocyte activation and sperm viability assessment.
• Setting of key performance indicators for ICSI.
• Live video link ups to the clinic laboratory will be accommodated as a training tool where possible.
• A tour of the clinical laboratory will also be included.