Ovarian 11 beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase: potential predictor of conception by in-vitro fertilisation and embryo transfer.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
Cortisol is converted to the inactive glucocorticoid, cortisone, in several tissues by 11 beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase (11 beta HSD). We have recently measured 11 beta HSD activity in cultured human granulosa-lutein cells recovered from patients undergoing in-vitro fertilisation and embryo transfer (IVF-ET). We now report an association between the outcome of IVF-ET and 11 beta HSD activity in these cells. Of the 64 patients studied, 32 had detectable 11 beta HSD activity and none became pregnant; whereas 76% of the remaining "11 beta HSD-negative" patients achieved pregnancies. Hence 11 beta HSD activity may predict the outcome of IVF-ET.
Medical subject headings
- Embryo Transfer
- Fertilization in Vitro
- Granulosa Cells
- Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenases
- Luteal Cells