Could oxidative stress be the hidden key to IVF success?
NCT ID NCT06831019
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how oxidative stress—a type of cell damage—in both women and men affects the success of in vitro fertilization (IVF). Researchers will measure oxidative stress markers in blood, egg follicle fluid, and sperm from 1,100 couples. The goal is to see if higher oxidative stress is linked to poorer embryo development and lower pregnancy rates.
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 help doctors understand how oxidative stress affects fertility and improve IVF success rates.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly improve outcomes for participants and may not lead to clear clinical changes.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of California, San Francisco
RECRUITINGSan Francisco, California, 94158, United States
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