Optional items in IVF expenses
IVF is an assisted reproductive technology that helps couples realize their reproductive dreams through in vitro fertilization and embryo culture. The cost of IVF varies according to different hospitals and individual cases, mainly including basic costs and optional items. Optional items can be selected according to individual needs and doctors' suggestions. The following details the four main options in IVF costs.
Embryo cryopreservation and thawing
Embryo cryopreservation and thawing is one of the important processes in IVF. In one IVF process, multiple embryos may be generated, but not all embryos will be implanted into the mother. If there are surplus embryos, you can choose to freeze them for future use. The process of embryo freezing and thawing requires professional equipment and technology, so there will be a certain cost. The cost includes the operation cost of embryo freezing and thawing and the storage cost of embryo freezing.
The cost of the optional items of embryo freezing and thawing varies according to the charging standard of the hospital. Generally speaking, the cost of embryo freezing and thawing ranges from thousands to 10000 yuan, and the storage cost is about 1000 to thousands yuan per year.
PGS/PGD genetic screening
PGS (whole genome detection) and PGD (single gene disease detection) are technologies for genetic screening of embryos. Genomic analysis of embryos can be carried out by extracting embryonic cells or blastocoelic fluid to screen for chromosomal abnormalities or genetic diseases. This technology can help couples reduce the risk of genetic diseases at birth.
As an optional item, PGS/PGD genetic screening requires additional payment. This cost mainly includes the costs of collection of embryonic cells or blastocyst cavity fluid, laboratory genome analysis and consulting costs of genetic experts. According to different hospitals, the cost of PGS/PGD genetic screening is about tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of yuan.
Egg donation and embryo transfer
Egg donation refers to the process of extracting eggs from a female donor, transferring the obtained embryos into the recipient's uterus after in vitro fertilization and embryo culture. Some women need to donate eggs because their eggs are of poor quality or unavailable. The cost of egg donation mainly includes the donor's medical expenses, the cost of egg extraction operation and the cost of embryo transfer operation.
Embryo transfer refers to the process of transferring fertilized embryos into the recipient's uterus. The cost of embryo transfer mainly includes the cost of embryo acquisition, embryo culture and embryo transfer operation.
Multiple pregnancy management
Multiple pregnancy may occur during IVF. Multiple pregnancy needs more careful management and monitoring to ensure the health and safety of the fetus. The expenses of multiple pregnancy management include regular prenatal examination, ultrasonic examination, blood examination, drug treatment and bed expenses.
The cost of multiple pregnancy management varies from hospital to individual. Generally speaking, the cost of multiple pregnancy management is relatively high, which is mainly composed of medical expenses, drug expenses and hospitalization expenses.
Summary
The optional items in the cost of IVF mainly include embryo freezing and thawing, PGS/PGD genetic screening, egg donation and embryo transfer, and multiple pregnancy management. These optional items are selected according to personal needs and doctors' suggestions, which will increase the cost of IVF. The cost of each project varies according to the charging standard of the hospital, which needs to be weighed and selected according to personal economic strength and needs.
