The IVF process / ICSI procedure consists of the following stages

The IVF process / ICSI procedure consists of the following stages:

 Confirmation of marital status;
 Assessment and counseling;
 Investigations including blood group, full blood count, Rubella antibody, hepatitis B and C antibodies, HIV antigen/antibody and VDRL;
 Hormone assays;
 Signing of c onsent forms;
 Ovarian stimulation using hormone stimulating hormone to produce a number of eggs;
 Monitoring ovarian response by ultrasound and serum oestradiol level as indicated;
 Collection of eggs under ultrasound guidance;
 Preparation of the sperm for combining with the eggs in the laboratory, leading to fertilization. For ICSI, individual sperm are isolated and injected into each mature egg;
 Replacement of embryos into the uterus.
 Luteal support to assist endometrial preparation and subsequent implantation.






Reference: fertility.com.hk/
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