High School

Which of the following assisted reproductive technologies is considered the least invasive?
1) Intracytoplasmic sperm injection
2) Artificial insemination
3) Clomid
4) IVF

Answer :

Artificial insemination is considered the least invasive of the assisted reproductive technologies mentioned, with less complexity than In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI), and without the hormonal alteration involved in taking Clomid. Option 2.

When dealing with infertility, several assisted reproductive technologies (ART) are available to aid conception. Among these, the least invasive option is artificial insemination. Option 2. This method involves directly inserting sperm into the woman's reproductive tract, which is a considerably less complex and less invasive procedure compared to others. In contrast, In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) involve manipulation of both the egg and sperm outside the body and extensive hormonal treatments for the woman. Clomid, which is a medication, stimulates ovulation but doesn't entail any invasive procedures regarding the eggs or sperm directly, making it less invasive than IVF and ICSI but more so than artificial insemination as it involves medication that alters hormonal balance.