How much time and money does IVF need?
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is an assisted reproductive technology that helps couples who cannot conceive naturally achieve fertility. The implementation of this technology requires a certain amount of time and money. The following will elaborate on the time and money consumption of IVF from four aspects: hospital selection, medical examination, auxiliary treatment and number of cycles.
1. Hospital selection
Before starting IVF, couples should first choose an experienced and reliable hospital for consultation and treatment. Choosing a good hospital can ensure the safety and success rate of the whole process. The cost of different hospitals will be different, which needs to be selected according to personal economy and conditions.
Generally speaking, the IVF services provided by specialized hospitals or private reproductive centers in large cities are more comprehensive, and the medical equipment and technology level are higher. In China, famous hospitals such as Peking Union Medical College Hospital and the First Affiliated Hospital of Shanghai Jiaotong University provide high-quality IVF services. The cost of these hospitals will be relatively high. Usually, couples who choose to prepare for surrogacy will have to wait in line in the hospital for a long time.
After choosing a hospital according to personal conditions, the couple needs to submit relevant materials in advance, and conduct doctor interviews and consultations. This process usually takes 1-2 weeks, so that doctors can fully understand the health status and fertility problems of the couple and develop personalized treatment plans.
2. Medical examination
Before IVF treatment, a series of medical examinations should be carried out to ensure that the couple's physical conditions are suitable for IVF. These examinations include but are not limited to blood examination, imaging examination, endocrine examination, etc.
The cost of examination will vary according to different hospitals and examination items. Generally speaking, the inspection cost is about several thousand to ten thousand yuan. These examinations require the couple to go to the hospital together, and usually take from half a month to one month to complete all the examinations.
After the examination results are obtained, the doctor will formulate specific treatment plans and drug use plans according to the examination results. This is also a link that requires more time and money in the whole process.
3. Adjuvant treatment
Adjuvant therapy is an indispensable part of IVF. It includes ovulation promoting drugs, egg retrieval, sperm treatment and in vitro fertilization.
The cost of ovulation promoting drugs varies according to different hospitals and treatment schemes, ranging from several thousand to ten thousand yuan. These drugs need to be used according to the doctor's instructions, and usually need to be used continuously for a period of time.
The process of egg retrieval requires anesthesia, so it also requires a certain cost. At the same time, in China, different provinces have different reward policies for egg retrieval. For example, in Beijing, the reward for egg retrieval is about 10000 yuan.
In vitro fertilization technology uses test tubes to culture the ovariectomized eggs and sperm together to complete fertilization in vitro. The cost of in vitro fertilization ranges from several thousand to ten thousand yuan, including laboratory costs and technical personnel costs.
4. Number of cycles
The probability of IVF success is related to the number of cycles. According to medical statistics, the success rate of IVF is usually about 30-40%. Therefore, it takes multiple cycles of attempts to increase the chances of success.
The time and cost of each cycle are relatively independent. Because everyone's physical condition and reaction are different, it is impossible to determine a specific number of cycles. But generally speaking, IVF babies need 2-3 cycles to succeed. The time of each cycle is usually about one month, and the cost is between 50000 yuan and 100000 yuan.
Summary
IVF is a complex assisted reproductive technology, which requires a certain amount of time and money. From hospital selection to medical examination, auxiliary treatment and number of cycles, a certain amount of time and money are involved. Couples should fully understand and consider these factors before deciding to carry out IVF, and make decisions under the guidance of professional doctors.
