The IVF Process: Step-by-Step Guide
With Dr. Mahalakshmi Saravanan · ARC International Fertility Hospital
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) can feel overwhelming to navigate. Here is a clear breakdown of what the process actually involves, step by step.
Ovarian Stimulation
Fertility medications are used to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs, closely monitored through blood tests and ultrasounds.
Egg Retrieval & Fertilization
Eggs are retrieved in a minor procedure and fertilized with sperm in the lab, either through conventional IVF or ICSI.
Embryo Transfer
The resulting embryo is transferred into the uterus, typically a few days after fertilization, in a simple outpatient procedure.
Waiting Period & Testing
A pregnancy test is done about two weeks after transfer to determine if implantation was successful.
Dr. Mahalakshmi Saravanan
Fertility Specialist
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