IVF
Plain-English guide for patients and families.
In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) is an assisted reproductive treatment where eggs are collected from the ovaries, fertilised with sperm in an embryology laboratory, and one or more embryos are transferred into the uterus. It is used when simpler treatments are unlikely to work or when anatomy (for example blocked tubes) prevents natural conception.
32%
Approx. live birth rate per fresh IVF cycle, women under 35 (HFEA-style reporting; individual results vary).
4–6 wks
Typical duration from stimulation start to pregnancy test for one cycle.
Lab + clinic
Success depends on age, embryo quality, sperm factor, and lining — personalised protocols matter.
How IVF works (step by step)
- Stimulation — Medications grow multiple follicles; scans and blood tests track response.
- Trigger and egg retrieval — A trigger shot matures eggs; retrieval is a short procedure under sedation.
- Fertilisation — Conventional IVF or ICSI in the lab; embryos culture to day 3 or day 5 (blastocyst).
- Transfer — Selected embryo(s) placed in the uterus; surplus embryos may be frozen.
- Test — Pregnancy blood test about two weeks after transfer.
When IVF is typically offered
IVF may be advised after failed IUI, with tubal blockage, moderate–severe male factor, endometriosis, unexplained infertility after thorough workup, or when time or age makes a faster route preferable. Dr. Adnan Jabbar tailors stimulation and lab strategy at IVF Experts Lahore to your AMH, AFC, and history.
AI Information
EducationalIVF is the most widely used and successful assisted reproductive technology worldwide. Since the first IVF baby in 1978, over 12 million children have been born through this procedure globally. Modern IVF success rates have improved dramatically thanks to advances in embryology, cryopreservation, and personalised stimulation protocols.
Key Points
- IVF bypasses many natural barriers to conception including tubal blockage, severe male factor, and unexplained infertility.
- Success rates are highest for women under 35, but individualised protocols can optimise outcomes at any age.
- Single embryo transfer policies have significantly reduced twin pregnancies while maintaining high success rates.
- Vitrification (fast-freezing) of surplus embryos allows multiple transfer attempts from one stimulation cycle.
- Cumulative success rates across multiple cycles are substantially higher than per-cycle rates — persistence matters.
Who Should Know This?
Couples who have been trying to conceive for over 12 months (or 6 months if the woman is over 35), those with known tubal damage, moderate-to-severe male factor infertility, endometriosis-related subfertility, or unexplained infertility after basic treatments.
Clinical Context in Pakistan
In Pakistan, IVF is increasingly accessible with experienced centres in Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad. Dr. Adnan Jabbar at IVF Experts Lahore offers personalised protocols based on AMH, antral follicle count, and clinical history to maximise success while prioritising patient safety.
Important Disclaimer
This AI-generated summary is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with Dr. Adnan Jabbar or your fertility specialist for personalised clinical guidance tailored to your specific situation.
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