Matrix metalloproteinases in serum and the follicular fluid of women treated by in vitro fertilization.

Abstract

MMP-9 is a good predictor of the successful IVF outcome (pregnancy), which was proven for serum as well as follicular MMP-9 levels.

Keywords

• Matrix metalloproteinase
• MMP-2
• MMP-9
• In-vitro fertilization
• Pregnancy
• Follicular fluid