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What are the detailed steps of IVF process?

What are the detailed steps of IVF process?



Detailed steps of IVF process

In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a kind of assisted reproduction method realized by in vitro fertilization (IVF) technology. The flow steps of IVF will be described in detail below.

Consultation and preliminary inspection

Before IVF, couples need to consult professional reproductive medicine experts first. The purpose of this step is to understand the couple's fertility and possible problems. At the same time, the doctor will also introduce the process and risks of IVF to the couple in detail. Next, the doctor will carry out a series of preliminary examinations, including blood examination, morphological and structural examination of women's endometrium, and semen analysis of men. The purpose of these examinations is to assess the fertility and physical condition of the couple to determine whether it is suitable for IVF.

Ovulation induction

Before in vitro fertilization, women need to receive ovulation induction treatment to increase the number of ovulatory follicles. Hormone drugs, such as gonadotropin, are usually used for ovulation induction therapy. Doctors will determine the dosage and use period of drugs according to women's cycle and physical condition. During the treatment, the doctor will regularly carry out ultrasonic examination and blood testing to determine the development of eggs and hormone levels. Once the eggs develop to the proper size, the doctor will guide the couple to carry out the injection to terminate ovulation and prepare for the egg retrieval operation.

Egg and sperm collection

The egg retrieval operation is usually carried out when the egg develops to an appropriate stage, and local anesthesia is generally used for the operation. Through vaginal puncture, doctors use ultrasound guided slender tubes to extract eggs. At the same time, men need to provide fresh semen samples or collect sperm through semen chips. After taking the eggs, the doctor will fertilize the eggs and sperm in vitro in a culture dish. The culture medium and conditions used in this process will ensure the development and survival of the fertilized eggs.

Embryo transfer and pregnancy monitoring

Doctors will observe the development of embryos in culture dishes within days to weeks after in vitro fertilization. Once the appropriate development stage is reached, the doctor will select the best quality embryo for implantation into the uterus. Embryo transfer is a very simple minimally invasive surgery, usually without anesthesia. The doctor uses a slender tube to put the embryo into the uterus. During this process, doctors will use ultrasound guidance to ensure the position and stability of the embryo. After the successful transfer of the fertilized eggs, the couple needs to wait about two weeks for a pregnancy test. If the test result is positive, the IVF is successful. Since then, women need to continue to receive pregnancy care and regular prenatal examination to strive for a healthy pregnancy.

Summary

The steps of IVF process mainly include consultation and preliminary examination, ovulation induction treatment, oocyte retrieval and sperm collection, as well as embryo transfer and pregnancy monitoring. This process needs the cooperation and guidance of professional hospitals and reproductive medicine experts. Through IVF technology, many infertile couples have realized their fertility dreams. However, IVF is not suitable for all couples, but also comes with certain risks and costs. Therefore, before choosing IVF, couples should fully understand relevant information, communicate with doctors, and make wise decisions according to their own conditions.
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