Preserving Fertility

Ovarian Stimulation (7 To 10 Days):

On Day 2 of the Menstrual Cycle, fertility medications are prescribed to stimulate the growth of multiple follicles in the ovaries. Ultrasound scans and blood tests are used to monitor follicular growth and hormone levels. 36 to 40 hours before the schedule Egg Retrieval, an hCG “trigger” shot is given to induce maturation of the eggs within a scheduled timeframe.

Egg Retrieval (OPU):

Eggs are retrieved using a thin ultrasound-guided needle during a minor procedure under sedation and are then frozen for later use.

*The above dates are an approximation of an average cycle.

Future IVF Cycle:

When you are ready for pregnancy, your eggs are thawed and fertilized using ICSI. If you are interested in freezing your eggs, contact Fakih IVF to  book an appointment or ask any questions you may have.

Semen Collection:

Semen may be collected at Fakih IVF or at home and brought to the center within an hour, keeping it at room temperature during that time. TESA or MicroTESE may also be used to collect the sperm.

Semen Analysis:

The sample is analyzed to see how many cells it contains (sperm count), what percentage of them are able to swim (motility) and how many have a normal shape (morphology).

Sperm Freezing:

The sperm cells are frozen using Vitrification (a new flash-freeze technique) and stored for future use.

Future IVF Or IUI Cycle:

When you are ready to have a child, the sperm is thawed and used to fertilize your wife’s eggs in an IUI or IVF-ICSI Cycle. If you are interested in freezing your sperm, contact Fakih IVF today to  book an appointment or ask any questions you may have.