Surrogacy Acronyms
Gestational Surrogacy is miraculous. However, the industry has its own jargon which can be overwhelming.
The following is a list of some of the common acronyms you are likely to encounter on your journey.
General Surrogacy Acronyms
| Acronym | Description |
| ART | Assisted Reproductive Technology |
| GC | Gestational Carrier |
| GS | Gestational Surrogacy |
| IVF | In Vitro Fertilization |
| IP | Intended Parent |
| LGBT | Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender |
| SEEDS | Society for Ethics in Egg donation and Surrogacy. |
IVF Related Acronyms
| Acronym | Description |
| ANH | Anti-Müllerian Hormone |
| BMI | Body Mass Index |
| CVS | Chorinoic Villus Sampling |
| DOR | Diminished Ovarian Reserve |
| ERA | Endometrial Receptivity Analysis |
| FET | Frozen Embryo Transfer |
| FSH | Follicle Stimulation Hormone |
| GnRH | Gonadotropin-releasing Hormone |
| HCG | Human Chorionic Gonadotropin |
| HSG | Hysterosalpingogram |
| HRT | Hormone Replacement Therapy |
| ICM | Inner Cell Mass |
| ICSI | Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection |
| IVF | In Vitro Fertilization |
| LH | Luteinizing Hormone |
| OHSS | Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome |
| PCOS | Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
| PGD | Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis |
| PGS | Preimplantation Genetic Screening |
| RE | Reproductive Endocrinologist |
| TSH | Thyroid-stimulating Hormone |