POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy5 months agoA. Here is a simplified IVF treatment chart in English, showing the typical steps involved in an IVF cycle:
IVF Treatment Chart
1. Pre-Treatment Evaluation (Weeks 1–2):
Hormone blood tests (FSH, LH, AMH, etc.) Pelvic ultrasound Semen analysis Infection screening Counseling and planning
2. Ovarian Stimulation (Days 2–12):
Daily hormone injections (FSH/LH) to produce multiple eggs Regular monitoring with ultrasound and blood tests
3. Ovulation Trigger (Day 12–14):
hCG injection to mature the eggs Timed before egg retrieval
4. Egg Retrieval (36 hours after trigger):
Minor procedure under sedation Eggs collected from ovaries
5. Sperm Collection (Same day):
Fresh or frozen sperm used for fertilization
6. Fertilization (Day 0):
IVF (eggs + sperm in lab) or ICSI (sperm injected into egg)
7. Embryo Culture (Days 1–5):
Embryos observed for growth and quality Can be transferred on Day 3 or Day 5 (blastocyst)
8. Embryo Transfer (Day 3 or 5):
Embryo placed into uterus via a thin tube Painless, no anesthesia
9. Luteal Phase Support (2 weeks):
Progesterone injections or tablets to support pregnancy
10. Pregnancy Test (14 days after transfer):
Blood test (beta hCG) to confirm pregnancy
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