The embryology lab works with the clinical team at the Fertility and IVF Unit at Shmaisani Hospital. Embryologists handle eggs and sperm during fertilization, monitor embryo development, and prepare embryos for transfer or freezing according to the treatment plan agreed with the couple. Fertilization and ICSI The lab prepares the samples and uses the fertilization method selected for each case. Techniques described in the laboratory program include intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), Piezo-ICSI, and sperm selection methods such as PICSI and Fertile Chip. Embryo incubation and monitoring The EmbryoScope+ system takes a series of images while embryos remain inside the incubator. Embryologists use this time-lapse sequence to review aspects of development, including the timing and pattern of cell division, as part of their laboratory assessment. Embryo testing and freezing When the treatment plan includes genetic testing before transfer, the team coordinates the testing steps with the genetics laboratory. The embryology lab also freezes samples selected for storage and prepares frozen embryos for transfer when this is part of the treatment plan.