Q1) The Process of In Vitro Fertilization The term In Vitro Fertilisation refers to the process in which the fertilization of an egg by a sperm takes place in a test tube as opposed to the mother's fallopian tube. There are six major steps involved in Vitro Fertilization process. Before a couple can pursue this way of fertilization they must review any past medical and infertility history. 1) Stimulating Egg Development The mother begins by taking …showed first 75 words of 972 total…

…showed last 75 words of 972 total…there is an extra chromosome 21 that causes slower growth, abnormal facial features and mental retardation. Genetic Mutation - Sickle Cell Disease When red blood cells change shape due to the abnormal sickle cell hemoglobin. This damages the red blood cell membrane and can cause the cells to get stuck in the blood vessels. This disease is chronic and lifelong. Although at times suffering from periodic pains, the sufferers are well for most of their lives.