In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
IVF achieves pregnancy by fertilizing the woman's eggs (oocytes) outside her body. The oocytes are obtained under mild anesthesia through the vagina using transvaginal guided sonographic procedures.
Isolation of oocytes
The semen is processed in order to obtain the most healthy sperm. The eggs and sperm are incubated together. Next day, the oocyte is checked for fertilization. The embryos are ready for transfer subsequently. IVF is ideal for couples with tubal blockage or pelvic adhesions, previous tubal sterilization not amenable to reversal and some cases of endometriosis and other pelvic factors.