How to apply for IVF in China?
In vitro fertilization (IVF) and embryo transfer (ET) in assisted reproductive technology (ART) have become an important way for many couples who cannot conceive naturally to get children. In China, IVF technology is very mature, and many hospitals provide related services. The following details how to apply for IVF in China from the aspects of hospital selection, application procedures, costs and success rate.
Hospital selection
When choosing IVF hospitals, couples should consider the reputation, experience and professional level of the hospital. The first-class IVF hospitals are usually equipped with high-level expert teams and advanced equipment. In China, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Shanghai Fudan University Affiliated Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat sen University in Guangzhou and other hospitals have high reputation. Couples can choose a suitable hospital through online inquiry, consultation with relatives and friends, and field visits to the hospital consultation center.
When selecting a hospital, its geographical location, transportation convenience and surrounding environment should also be considered. IVF treatment usually requires multiple visits and examinations. Choosing a hospital that is close to and convenient for transportation can reduce the burden on couples.
Application procedures
Before applying for IVF, couples need to carry out a series of examinations and evaluations. These examinations include blood routine examination, sex hormone examination, uterine and fallopian tube examination, etc. Couples also need to undergo a psychological assessment to determine whether they are suitable for IVF treatment.
Once couples decide to conduct IVF treatment, they need to provide basic materials such as identity certificate, marriage certificate and household register. In addition, couples need to sign informed consent and treatment contracts to clarify the rights and responsibilities of each party.
Finally, couples also need professional guidance and explanation from medical staff to understand the process, precautions and possible risks of IVF treatment. Only when the couple fully understand and agree to receive treatment can the follow-up operation be carried out.
Cost and success rate
The cost of IVF treatment varies by hospital, region and specific situation. Generally speaking, in addition to the basic treatment costs, it also includes drug costs, examination costs, surgery costs, etc. According to the national policy, couples can appropriately obtain medical insurance or other subsidies. When choosing a hospital, couples should understand the composition of the cost in detail to avoid affecting the treatment effect because of the cost.
The success rate of IVF is affected by many factors, including the age of the couple, physical condition, reproductive health, etc. Generally speaking, young couples have a high success rate. According to statistical data, the success rate of IVF in domestic first-class hospitals can reach more than 50%. When choosing hospitals, couples can also learn about the success rate data of hospitals for reference.
Summary
The application procedure for IVF in China is relatively simple. Couples only need to select the appropriate hospital, complete the relevant procedures and examinations, and then can be treated. When choosing a hospital, we should consider the reputation and professional level of the hospital; Application procedures mainly include inspection and evaluation and filling in relevant documents; In terms of expenses, we need to understand the hospital's charging standards in detail and ensure our ability to pay expenses; The success rate is affected by many factors. When couples choose hospitals, they can understand the success rate data of hospitals. In short, IVF technology is very mature, and many hospitals in China can provide relevant services. Couples only need to choose their own hospitals according to their own needs, and then they can welcome their babies with the help of doctors.
