Cervical mucus may hold key to better IVF timing

NCT ID NCT04619524

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study is collecting cervical mucus from 476 women undergoing IVF or frozen embryo transfer. Researchers will analyze the proteins in the mucus to find markers that indicate when the uterus is most receptive to an embryo. By comparing samples from women who become pregnant with those who do not, they hope to develop a test that helps doctors choose the optimal time for embryo transfer.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a simple test to determine the best time for embryo transfer, potentially improving IVF success rates.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not identify reliable biomarkers, and any future test would require further validation.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Brno University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Brno, South Moravian, 62500, Czechia

  • University Hospital Olomouc

    RECRUITING

    Olomouc, 77900, Czechia

  • University Hospital Olomouc

    RECRUITING

    Olomouc, Czechia

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