How to calculate the treatment cost of IVF
Test tube baby is a kind of assisted reproductive technology. Many couples who cannot conceive naturally have achieved their reproductive aspirations through test tube baby technology. However, the relatively high cost of IVF treatment may be one of the reasons why some couples choose not to use this technology. This article will analyze the treatment cost calculation of IVF from four aspects: treatment drug cost, diagnosis and inspection cost, operation cost and follow-up cost.
Treatment drug expenses
In the process of IVF treatment, some drugs are needed to promote ovarian ovulation and increase the success rate of pregnancy. These drugs, including gonadotropin and human chorionic gonadotropin, are expensive. According to different conditions and treatment plans, drug costs will vary. Generally speaking, the cost of therapeutic drugs ranges from thousands to tens of thousands of yuan, which may be the main part of the cost of IVF treatment.
In addition, some patients may need adjuvant drugs such as growth hormone and blood thinner, and the cost of these drugs will also increase the total cost of treatment. Therefore, before IVF treatment, it is necessary to communicate with doctors in detail, understand the drugs needed and their costs, and plan the economic budget.
Cost of diagnosis and inspection
In the process of IVF treatment, a series of diagnostic tests need to be carried out to clarify the patient's reproductive system status and treatment options. Common diagnostic tests include basic body temperature measurement, gynecological examination, prenatal genetic diagnosis and male sperm examination. The cost of these examinations will vary depending on the hospital and the specific project.
Taking a Grade III A hospital in Beijing as an example, the cost of basic temperature determination is about 100 yuan, the cost of gynecological examination is about 300 yuan, the cost of prenatal genetic diagnosis is about 2000 yuan, and the cost of male sperm examination is about 800 yuan. The cumulative cost of diagnostic tests will be a part of the cost of IVF treatment.
Operation expenses
The core of IVF treatment is in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer. In vitro fertilization requires a lot of medical resources and professional equipment, so the operation cost is relatively high. According to the differences between different hospitals and regions, the cost of IVF surgery varies from 20000 yuan to 80000 yuan.
The cost of embryo transfer is relatively low, usually several thousand yuan. However, if multiple embryo transfers are required, the corresponding costs will also increase. Therefore, when choosing hospitals and treatment plans, we should fully understand the difference and cumulative calculation of operation costs, so as to adapt to our economic affordability.
Follow up expenses
A successful IVF operation does not necessarily mean successful pregnancy and delivery. Follow up and observation are required after operation. These follow-up costs include blood examination, prenatal examination and ultrasound examination. Depending on the hospital's different pricing and the frequency of follow-up examinations, the follow-up costs may be relatively high.
In a Grade III A hospital in Beijing, the cost of blood examination is about 500 yuan, the cost of prenatal examination is about 1000 yuan, and the cost of ultrasound examination is about 1000 yuan. These fees will vary according to the specific circumstances. Therefore, when conducting IVF treatment, we should understand the follow-up costs and fully communicate with the doctor.
Summary
The cost of IVF treatment is an important aspect that couples must consider when choosing this technology. Treatment costs mainly include treatment drug costs, diagnosis and examination costs, surgery costs and follow-up costs. When selecting hospitals and treatment plans, we should fully understand the cost calculation and plan the economic budget. At the same time, we can communicate with the hospital to discuss whether there are relevant medical insurance and reimbursement policies for medication and surgery expenses to reduce the economic burden. Finally, couples should consider economic and other factors comprehensively according to their own actual conditions, weigh the advantages and disadvantages, and make decisions suitable for them.
