Stage 1: Initial Contact

Once you contact us, a patient coordinator will provide a comprehensive overview of the process, discuss necessary tests, and understand your personal situation.

Stage 2: Pre-Treatment Blood Tests

Before planning your treatment cycle, certain tests are necessary to determine your fertility and ovarian reserve. These tests should be done between 1 and 6 months prior to starting the IVF treatment and on day 2 or 3 of your menstrual period.

Stage 3: Start of the Procedure

Once tests are completed, we will prepare a personalized protocol outlining medication instructions in a calendar format.

Stage 4: Arrival at the Clinic

Arrive on day 1 of your menstrual period or day 10 of your cycle. Your coordinator will schedule an appointment to assess follicle growth and prepare for the hCG trigger injection when follicles are mature.

Stage 5: Oocyte Retrieval (Egg Collection)

Scheduled 36 hours after the hCG injection, egg collection is performed under light sedation using ultrasound guidance. Your partner will provide a sperm sample at this time.

Stage 6: Embryo Culture

The embryologist will monitor fertilization and embryo development. Embryos are incubated to maintain a consistent environment.

Stage 7: PGD Genetic Analysis

On day 3, embryos are biopsied for genetic diagnosis. Results are available in 2 days, prior to embryo transfer.

Stage 8: Embryo Transfer

You can transfer up to 3 embryos. The transfer procedure is performed under ultrasound guidance and does not require sedation. A full bladder is necessary. After the embryo transfer you must rest for at least 2 hours.

Stage 9: Pregnancy Testing

12 days after the embryo transfer, you should have an hCG blood test. If that isn’t possible, you can take a urine test on day 14. Continue the prescribed medications if your pregnancy is confirmed, or stop them if the test is negative.

For further support and guidance, please contact your coordinator.