in vitro

[in vee-troh] / ɪn ˈvi troʊ /

ADJECTIVE

artificial

Synonyms

WEAK

artificial insemination outside the womb test-tube

Example Sentences

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In late 2023, CooperSurgical recalled three lots of embryo culture solution used for in vitro fertilization.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Right now, they are pursuing in vitro fertilization, which requires many doctor’s appointments.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Last March, at a Women’s History Month event, President Donald Trump highlighted his record on women’s health, including support for in vitro fertilization, saying he’ll one day be known as the “fertilization president.”

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2026

"These clones were then evaluated in vitro and in a mouse model to observe their ability to migrate through a real biological filter and generate metastases," adds Arwen Conod.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

When these failed, Dr. Rosen advised in vitro fertilization.

From "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini