A mock or trial transfer measures the depth and direction of the uterine cavity and identifies a difficult cervical passage in advance. Where a problem is found, the clinic can plan a different catheter, cervical dilation or another approach so that the real transfer goes smoothly.
Also known as: trial transfer, dummy transfer
Sources
- Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (ranzcog.edu.au)
Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only โ always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.
