Fertility treatments have come a long way in the past few decades, and they continue to evolve with technological advancements. One such advancement that has revolutionized fertility treatments is the Electronic Witnessing System (EWS) called RI Witness Technology.
This innovative system provides high security and accuracy to the fertility treatment process, ensuring no mix-ups or errors during the critical stages.
Crysta IVF is one of the pioneers in the Indian fertility industry to introduce RI Witness into its Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) lab. With this cutting-edge technology, the lab not only meets international standards but surpasses them.
Unlike traditional barcode or human-dependent systems, RI Witness is an advanced RFID-based system that ensures utmost accuracy and precision throughout fertility treatment.
So, if you’re curious about how this innovative technology is changing the game for fertility treatments, keep reading! We’ll dive into the details of how the Electronic Witnessing System positively impacts the lives of many couples and individuals looking to start a family.
What is RI Witness Technology?
RI Witness technology is a game-changer in the field of fertility treatments. It is an innovative electronic witnessing system that utilizes RFID (radio-frequency identification) technology to ensure accuracy and security in every stage of the treatment process.
In ART labs, RI Witness can be used to identify patients, samples, and equipment with the help of RFID tags. The system tracks and records every process step, from sample collection and processing to embryo transfer.
This technology not only eliminates the risk of human error but also provides a high level of security and transparency in the treatment process. With RI Witness, fertility clinics can ensure that patients receive the proper treatment at the right time, providing them peace of mind during an otherwise stressful time.
How Does It Work?
Here are the step-by-step workings of RI Witness technology in fertility treatment, from sample collection to embryo transfer:
- RFID tags are attached to the patient, sample containers, and equipment, ensuring accurate identification throughout the process.
- The system checks the identity of the patient and matches it with the correct samples.
- The embryologists scan the RFID tags of the patient and the sample container, ensuring the correct sample is collected and processed.
- The system records every step of the sample processing and embryo development process, ensuring that the correct procedures are followed.
- During the embryo transfer, the RFID tag on the embryo container matches the patient’s tag to ensure the correct embryo is transferred.
- The system records the time and date of every step of the process, providing a complete audit trail of the treatment.
Are RFID Tags Safe For Gametes & Embryos?
Many couples may be concerned about the safety of using RFID tags on gametes and embryos during fertility treatments.
However, it’s essential to understand that RI Witness RFID tags are completely safe for use in these situations. These tags are passive, meaning they have no internal energy source and are only activated when close to a RI Witness reader, typically within a range of 1-5 cm.
These tags do not emit or receive radio waves when they are not on a reader or in the incubator. Therefore, embryos and gametes are only briefly exposed to radiofrequency fields during the short time they are in proximity to a RI Witness reader.
As a result, RI Witness technology offers a safe and secure way to ensure the accuracy and reliability of fertility treatments.
Benefits of Using the RI Witness System During IVF Treatment
1. Increased Accuracy: The RI Witness system uses RFID technology to ensure that each patient’s samples are accurately identified, reducing the risk of mix-ups or errors during treatment.
2. Greater Efficiency: By automating the identification and tracking of samples, the RI Witness system can reduce the time and effort required by laboratory staff, improving the efficiency of the treatment process.
3. Enhanced Security: The RI Witness system provides high security and transparency, allowing patients to have complete confidence in the treatment they receive.
4. Improved Patient Experience: By reducing the risk of errors and providing a more efficient and secure treatment process, the RI Witness system can help reduce the stress and anxiety that patients may experience during fertility treatment.
5. Cost-effective: Using the RI Witness system, fertility clinics can avoid the potential financial costs of mistakes or errors in the treatment process, which could otherwise lead to costly lawsuits or lengthy disputes.
Is it possible to use RI Witness technology for cryopreserved samples?
The RFID tags used by the RI Witness system can be attached to sample containers, including those used for cryopreserved samples such as embryos and sperm. This allows the system to accurately track and identify the samples throughout the treatment process, ensuring that the right samples are used for each patient.
Using RI Witness for cryopreserved samples can help maintain the integrity of these samples and minimize the risk of errors or mix-ups during thawing and transfer.
RI Witness for cryopreserved samples can enhance fertility treatments’ accuracy, efficiency, and security, providing patients with high-quality care.
Words From Crysta IVF
No doubt, RI witnessed revolutionizing fertility treatment by providing high accuracy, efficiency, and security in the treatment process. By automating the identification and tracking of samples, RI Witness technology is helping to reduce the risk of errors and mix-ups and enhance patient confidence in the treatment they receive.
Crysta IVF, the best fertility centre in India, effectively uses this advanced technology in its ART laboratory to ensure that patients receive the best possible outcome.
By incorporating the RI Witness system into the treatment process, we provide our patients with a smooth and reliable IVF journey, ensuring a greater chance of success in their fertility treatment.
