How long does it take from examination to IVF?
For some patients with infertility or specific diseases, IVF technology is a way to hope to have their own children. The whole process of IVF includes many links, and it takes some time from inspection to the final implementation of IVF. This process will be described in detail in the following four aspects: inspection, preparation, egg retrieval and transplantation.
inspect
Examination is the first step in IVF treatment. At this stage, the patient needs to undergo a comprehensive physical examination to determine whether the patient is suitable for IVF treatment. It usually includes:
1. Pre pregnancy examination: Including blood routine test, urine routine test, hepatitis B surface antigen, syphilis serological test and other items to understand the patient's physical condition and potential disease risk.
2. Male semen analysis: Through the analysis of male semen, we can understand the male reproductive function and assess whether additional assistive technologies are needed.
3. Endometrial examination: The health of the endometrium and its suitability for IVF treatment were assessed by hysteroscopy or ultrasound.
The whole examination phase usually takes 1-2 weeks, and the specific time will vary according to the specific situation of the patient and the scheduling of the hospital.
get ready
The preparation stage is an important part of IVF treatment. In the preparation stage, the doctor will develop a personalized treatment plan according to the specific situation of the patient, and give the patient medication to promote ovarian function and endometrial development. It includes:
1. Medication: According to the individual differences of patients, doctors will prescribe corresponding ovulation promoting drugs and require patients to take the drugs at the specified time.
2. Regular inspection: In the course of taking medicine, the doctor will regularly check the follicular development and endometrial thickness of the patient to adjust the progress of the treatment plan.
3. Psychological counseling: Test tube baby treatment is a process of great psychological pressure for patients. The hospital will provide psychological guidance and support to help patients alleviate anxiety and discomfort.
The preparation phase usually takes 2-4 weeks, and the specific time will vary according to the specific situation of the patient.
Egg retrieval
Fetching eggs is a key step in IVF. In the egg retrieval stage, the doctor will determine the appropriate time for egg retrieval according to the follicular development. The specific process includes:
1. Follicle monitoring: Through ultrasonic technology, doctors will regularly check the development of follicles and determine the best time to retrieve eggs.
2. Egg retrieval: At the best time for egg retrieval, the doctor will use painless anesthesia technology to puncture the follicle through the vagina and extract the egg, and then obtain the egg through centrifugation.
3. Laboratory cultivation: The eggs taken out will be cultured and prepared in the laboratory for subsequent embryo transfer.
The egg retrieval phase usually takes 1-2 days, and the specific time will vary according to the specific situation of the patient.
transplant
Transplantation is the last step in the whole IVF process. During the transfer phase, doctors transfer the prepared embryos into the patient's uterus. The specific process includes:
1. Embryo culture: The obtained embryos are cultured in the laboratory to ensure the quality and development of the embryos.
2. Transplantation: At the right time, doctors will use painless anesthesia technology to transfer embryos into the patient's uterus through vagina.
3. Postoperative care: After surgery, patients need to pay attention to rest and avoid strenuous exercise. Doctors will also formulate corresponding drug treatment plans according to the specific situation to increase the probability of successful pregnancy.
The whole transplantation phase usually takes 1-2 weeks, and the specific time will vary according to the specific situation of the patient.
summary
From inspection to the final implementation of IVF, the whole process needs to go through four stages: inspection, preparation, egg retrieval and transplantation. The examination stage is mainly to check the patient's physical condition. The preparation stage includes the development of personalized treatment plans and medication. The egg retrieval stage is to obtain eggs through surgery, and the transfer stage is to transfer embryos into the uterus. The whole process usually takes 4-8 weeks, and the specific time will vary according to the patient's condition and the hospital's schedule. Patients need to work closely with doctors to treat and monitor according to their requirements, so as to improve the success rate of IVF.
