Frequently Asked Questions 

What is IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?

In vitro fertilization is abbreviated as IVF and called as test-tube babies. IVF is a medical procedure where the egg or ovum is fertilized with sperm outside of the body or uterus. This helps in treating genetic and infertility problems.

What are the advantages connected with IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?

Following are the advantages of IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization):

1. Helps the infertility couples to have a healthy baby.
2. Helps to have a baby with the own egg of women who have a damaged or blocked fallopian tube.
3. Elderly patients with a low count or reserve of eggs can take advantage of IVF
4. Provides better results for males suffering from infertility.
5. Assists the couples having PCOD/PCOS [Polycystic Ovarian Disease/Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome] related infertility
6. Can store embryos

What are the indications of IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?

Following are the indications of IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization):

1. Uterine fibroids
2. Fallopian tube damage or blockage
3. Premature ovarian failure
4. Ovulation disorders
5. Endometriosis
6. Impaired sperm production or function
7. Previous sterilization or removal

What is the preparation needed for IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?

1. Inform the doctor about the present and past medical and medication history.
2. Some tests may be advised by the doctor to evaluate the quality and quantity of the eggs.
3. The patient may be advised to get tests such as semen analysis, practice embryo transfer, uterine cavity exam, and infectious disease screening.
4. Discuss with the doctor about all the risks, complications, and benefits associated with IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization).
5. The patient may be asked to sign a consent form before undergoing this procedure.

What are the steps involved in IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?

Following steps are involved in IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization):

1. Firstly, the doctor prescribes some medications to induce ovulation or to produce more eggs or ova.
2. After a few days of ovulation induction, the patient is sedated by anesthetics for retrieval of the eggs or sperms.
3. The retrieved eggs will be kept in a culture medium and incubated. Sperms are separated from the semen fluid.
4. Now, incubated eggs and sperms are fertilized and after 5th or 6th day of fertilization, embryo hatches.
5. The last step includes the transfer of the embryo.

What is the Postprocedure care for IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?

1. Avoid strenuous exercise
2. Do not lift heavyweights

Who can perform IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?

IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) may be performed by:

1. Gynecologist with experience in handling infertility patients.
2. Doctor with an affiliated degree of specialization in Obstetrics and Gynecology

What is the cost of IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) in Delhi?

The Cost of IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) in Delhi depends on:

1. Number of treatment cycles
2. Type of method used
3. Admission fee
4. The room that you opted for
5. Experience of the doctor
6. Type of hospital
7. Any lab tests or examination tests such as USG, and semen analysis, etc

The minimum cost in Chennai starts from Rs.25,000

An average price in Chennai is approximately Rs.1,65,000

The maximum amount to be paid in Chennai rises up to Rs.2,25,000 

Is IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) major procedure or minor procedure?

IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) is a major procedure as it involves retrieval of the eggs and sperms and inducing them for fertilization.

Who can undergo IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?

IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) may be recommended to the people who are: 

1. Suffering from male infertility
2. Younger couples below 40 years of age
3. Women with the unhealthy uterine condition
4. People with failed attempts to conception
5. People with a history of failed intrauterine insemination and failed infertility treatment

Who cannot undergo IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?

IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) is not done in the individuals who are:

1. Couples with age of more than 40 years
2. Couples without any history of conception methods like fertility drugs and intrauterine insemination.

What are the risks and complications involved in IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?

Risks and complications that are involved in IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) are:

1. Increased risk of diabetes mellitus [DM]-2 and hypertension in mother 
2. Difficulty in breathing
3. Nausea and vomiting
4. Abdominal pain
5. Hot flashes
6. Ovarian enlargement
7. Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome or superovulation
8. Tender breast

What is the recovery time for IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?

People who undergo IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) are able to do their normal or daily activities after completion of the embryo transfer.

What is the success rate of IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?

The success rate of IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) depends on:

1. Experience of the doctor in performing IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)
2. Number of treatment cycles required
3. Age of the patient

However, the success rate of IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) maybe 35% to 45%.

Is IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) painful?

Patients may experience different levels of sensations while placing the fertilized zygote back into the uterus. The level of pain varies from one individual to another. 

What are the long-term results associated with the IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)?

The following are the long-term results of IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization):

1. Increases estrogen levels in the body
2. May have birth defects to the babies

What if IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) fails?

IVF is done as several treatment cycles and if the first treatment cycle fails, it doesn't mean IVF is failed. The doctor may suggest a revision of several cycles of treatment after failure of the first cycle.

What are the alternatives available for IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)? 

Some of the alternatives for IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) are:

1. Ovulation induction Artificial insemination (AI) or Intrauterine insemination (IUI)
2. Surgical intervention
3. Combination of techniques like ovulation induction along with intrauterine insemination (IUI).