About this trial
The investigators aim is to investigate the brain's dynamic complexity across three phases of an ovarian stimulation cycle (basal, pre-OPU, mid-luteal), to observe the impact of externally administered hormones, and compare it with the corresponding phases of a natural menstrual cycle (early follicular, pre-ovulatory, mid-luteal) in the same woman. Brain activity patterns will be examined using resting-state fMRI in a sample of young, healthy, naturally cycling women.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Age group: 25 - 35 years old
BMI: 20 - 30
Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH): 1.3 - 5.9 ng/ml
Regular Menstrual Cycle: 26-35 days
Disqualifiers
History of ovarian surgery
Pathology of the ovaries
Mental health disorders
Use of medication influencing brain function
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Functional Magnetic resonance imaging will be done on day 2 or 3 of the menstrual cycle, trigger-shot and egg retrieval.
Treatment groups
Sponsors and collaborators
ART Fertility Clinics LLC
Lead sponsor
Khalifa University for Science and Technology
Collaborator
New York University Abu Dhabi
Collaborator