24 Dec 2024 • The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), in collaboration with Amity University, has developed an AI-based tool named ‘Fertility Predictor’ to tackle male infertility challenges.

This innovative tool identifies ‘Y’ chromosome microdeletions (YCMD), a key genetic cause of male infertility, and predicts success rates for assisted reproductive technologies (ART) such as IVF.

According to Dr. Deepak Modi, senior scientist at ICMR’s National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child Health (NIRRCH) and lead author of the study, nearly 50% of infertility cases are linked to male factors.

The tool, developed over two years using data from over 500 men with YCMD, offers predictions on sperm retrieval rates, fertilization, clinical pregnancy, and live birth outcomes.

Published in the Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics, this breakthrough helps couples make informed decisions about their reproductive options.

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