The Role of the Immune System in Pregnancy

The Role of the Immune System in Pregnancy

From The Egg Factor by Center For Human Reproduction

April 2, 2026 · 17 min

About this episode

Dr. Norbert Gleicher discusses the critical role of the immune system in pregnancy and its implications for fertility and reproductive health.

In this episode of The Egg Factor, Dr. Norbert Gleicher unpacks the complex and often overlooked role of the immune system in pregnancy. From implantation to early development, the immune system is very important in achieving pregnancy. Dr. Gleicher explains how immune-related issues can impact fertility and reproductive health, and why understanding these issues is key to more effective and personalized treatments. Brought to you by the Center for Human Reproduction (CHR) on the Upper ...

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Guest: Dr. Norbert Gleicher

Topics covered

  • immune system
  • pregnancy
  • fertility
  • reproductive health
  • personalized treatments

Keywords

  • immune system
  • pregnancy
  • fertility
  • reproductive health
  • treatments

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