When an ova is surgically removed from an ovary, fertilized in a glass lab dish, and then inserted into the uterus, this process is referred to as _____.

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The process described is in vitro fertilization (IVF), which involves the removal of an egg from the ovary, fertilization in a lab dish, and then transfer into the uterus. Assisted reproductive technology (ART) is a broad term that encompasses IVF as well as other methods for achieving pregnancy. Intra-cytoplasmic injection (ICSI) is a specific technique within IVF that involves the injection of a single sperm directly into an egg. Multifactorial refers to a complex trait or condition that is influenced by both genetic and environmental factors.

When an Ova Is Surgically Removed from an Ovary, Fertilized