Cost and process of IVF in the United States
IVF is a kind of assisted reproductive technology, which combines eggs and sperm through in vitro fertilization, and transfers the fertilized eggs back to the mother, so as to achieve pregnancy and delivery. In the United States, IVF technology has developed very maturely, not only in the United States, but also attracting patients from all over the world. This article will introduce the relevant information of IVF in the United States in detail from two aspects of cost and process.
Expenses
In the United States, the cost of IVF is relatively high. The cost may vary depending on the hospital and the patient's personal situation. Generally speaking, the total cost of IVF includes medical expenses and drug expenses.
The first is medical expenses. Generally, a complete IVF process includes gynaecological examination, egg collection, sperm collection, in vitro fertilization, fertilized egg culture and transplantation. Medical expenses include doctor's medical expenses, operation expenses, laboratory expenses, hospitalization expenses, etc. According to the different charging standards and hospitals, the cost of primary IVF may be more than 20000 dollars, and that of advanced IVF may be 30000 dollars or more.
The second is drug costs. IVF needs to use a series of drugs to promote the development of eggs and ovulation process, and to help the establishment of endometrium. These drugs include ovulation promoting drugs, artificial luteinizing hormone and aspirin. Generally speaking, drug costs range from $5000 to $10000.
In combination with the above costs, patients need to be financially prepared before starting IVF to ensure that they can bear the relevant costs.
Process
The process of IVF mainly includes the following steps:
1. Consultation and evaluation stage: the patient needs to consult a professional IVF doctor for personal condition evaluation. The doctor will ask the patient's medical history, family medical history and lifestyle to determine whether it is suitable for IVF.
2. Drug treatment and egg collection: once it is determined that IVF is suitable, patients will take drug treatment according to the doctor's guidance to promote egg development and ovulation. After that, doctors will collect eggs in the operating room through cervical puncture and ultrasound guidance.
3. Fertilization and culture: The collected eggs will be combined with sperm for in vitro fertilization to form fertilized eggs. The fertilized eggs will be cultured in the laboratory for several days to ensure their good development.
4. Fertilized egg transplantation: The cultivated fertilized egg will be transplanted into the patient's uterus. This process is usually simple and does not require anesthesia, but requires some auxiliary drug support.
5. Pregnancy and delivery: If the fertilized egg is successfully implanted, the patient will become pregnant and go through the normal pregnancy process. The doctor will continue to monitor the patient's pregnancy and provide necessary support and care during childbirth.
Summary
The cost of IVF in the United States is high, including medical costs and drug costs. The IVF process includes consultation and evaluation, drug treatment and egg collection, fertilization and culture, fertilized egg transfer, and pregnancy and delivery. Through a detailed understanding of costs and processes, patients can make better decisions and fully understand the relevant information of IVF.
