Microinjection (ICSI) Fertility99

1. Initial Consultation & Assessment: A full consultation with a fertility specialist to review medical history, perform a physical exam, and order necessary tests.
2. Ovarian Stimulation: The patient will be given hormonal medication to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs. This phase is monitored closely with ultrasound scans and blood tests.
3. Egg Retrieval (Oocyte Pick-up): A minor surgical procedure to retrieve the eggs from the ovaries using an ultrasound-guided needle. This is typically done under light anesthesia.
4. Microinjection (ICSI): In the lab, a single, healthy sperm is selected and directly injected into each mature egg to facilitate fertilization.
5. Embryo Development: The fertilized eggs (now embryos) are placed in an incubator to grow for 3-5 days.
6. Embryo Transfer: The highest-quality embryo(s) is/are transferred into the uterus using a thin catheter.

Luteal Phase Support & Pregnancy Test: Medication is prescribed to support the uterine lining, and a blood test is performed approximately two weeks later to check for pregnancy.