Process of Shandong IVF
IVF is an assisted reproductive technology, which helps couples who cannot conceive in a natural way to achieve their reproductive aspirations through in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer. Shandong, as one of the developed areas in eastern China, has also developed quite mature in the field of IVF. The flow of Shandong IVF will be described in detail from four aspects below.
1. Preliminary assessment and preparation
Before choosing a hospital in Shandong for IVF, couples need to make preliminary assessment and preparation. They can understand the basic knowledge and process of IVF by consulting doctors and reading relevant materials. At the same time, they also need to carry out a comprehensive physical examination to understand their own physical condition, the causes of pregnancy disorders, and whether it is suitable for IVF. This stage also includes communication with doctors and psychological counseling to help couples cope with possible stress and emotional changes.
Once the decision to carry out IVF is made, the couple will begin to move to the next stage.
2. Ovulation promotion and egg collection
Ovulation promotion is to stimulate the ovary to discharge multiple follicles through oral or injection of drugs to increase the chance of fertilization. In Shandong IVF Hospital, experienced doctors will develop appropriate ovulation promotion programs according to women's age and physical condition, and monitor the medication process.
Generally, the ovulation induction cycle is about 10-12 days. After the ovarian follicle body matures, the doctor will conduct follicle puncture, and use a slender needle to collect eggs. This process usually requires anesthesia to ensure patient comfort.
After egg collection, the eggs will be sent to the laboratory for subsequent in vitro fertilization.
3. In vitro fertilization and embryo culture
The collected eggs will be fertilized in vitro with sperm in the laboratory. Generally speaking, every egg will contact with sperm to improve the probability of successful fertilization. The professionals in the laboratory will closely monitor the fertilization and select the well developed embryos to continue to culture.
The process of embryo culture usually lasts for 3-5 days, during which the doctor will observe the quality and development of the embryo. After the culture, the doctor will select the best embryo for transplantation.
4. Embryo transfer and observation
Embryo transfer is the last and most critical step of IVF technology. In Shandong hospitals, embryo transfer is usually carried out at the appropriate time of the mother's natural cycle or ovulation induction cycle. The doctor will use a thin tube to transfer the embryo into the mother's uterus. In this process, doctors will decide the number of embryos to be transferred according to the number and quality of embryos and the condition of patients.
After transplantation, during the observation period, the couple need to continue taking drugs according to the doctor's instructions, and follow the doctor's recommendations for rest and maintenance. About two weeks later, the doctor will conduct a blood pregnancy test to determine whether it is successfully embedded in the uterus. If the result is positive, the couple will enter the pregnancy stage and receive subsequent pregnancy inspection and pregnancy management.
Summary
The IVF process in Shandong mainly includes preliminary assessment and preparation, ovulation promotion and egg collection, in vitro fertilization and embryo culture, as well as embryo transfer and observation. This process requires the professional skills and equipment support of doctors, as well as the active cooperation and psychological support of couples. By choosing hospitals in Shandong Province for IVF, couples can get good medical services and pregnancy management, increasing the probability of successful pregnancy.
