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In Vitro fertilisation + Preimplantation genetic diagnosis
- Experts in highly complex treatments
In Vitro fertilisation + Preimplantation genetic diagnosis
- Experts in highly complex treatments
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What is in Vitro Fertilisation + PGT?
This treatment combines IVF with the PGT test to detect genetic alterations.
After fertilization, we extract cells to analyze in our laboratory in order to detect certain diseases.
Thanks to this technique we are able to have a healthy baby.
¿In which cases is it indicated?
- Women in advanced age.
- Woman or Couple with hereditary genetic disease.
- Several unsuccessful fertility treatments
How is the process of the In Vitro Fertilisation + PGT?
Study of fertility
The first step in starting in vitro fertilisation treatment is to carry out a study of the woman, as well as her partner, if she has one. The following tests are performed:
Ultrasound: the state of the ovaries, uterus and endometrium is assessed to confirm that they are in a position to carry a pregnancy.
Seminogram of the couple: the quality of the man’s sperm is analysed.
Study of infectious diseases or genetic alterations (karyotyping).: The blood test also checks whether the woman has any pathology or alteration that could compromise the health of her future child.
Ovarian reserve analysis: a blood test is performed to check the levels of different hormones: antimullerian, estradiol and FSH. In addition to the blood test, another test that determines the patient’s ovarian reserve is ultrasound. With it, the antral follicle count can be performed. These antral follicles contain immature eggs or oocytes, which are essential to achieve pregnancy. Study of infectious diseases or genetic alterations (karyotype): the blood test also checks whether the woman has any pathology or alteration that could compromise the health of her future child.
Ovarian stimulation
This second step consists of ovarian stimulation of the woman. Ovarian stimulation is a hormonal treatment that aims to stimulate the ovaries to produce as many oocytes as possible.
This hormonal treatment consists of injections that the patient has to apply daily at home.
The hormones contained in the injected medication are basically three: gonadotropin, GnRH antagonists and hCG drugs.
The hormones contained in the injected medication are basically three: gonadotropin, GnRH antagonists and hCG drugs.
Ovarian stimulation lasts approximately 10 to 12 days. During this time, the woman will undergo ultrasounds every 48 hours. In this way, the gynecologist will monitor the follicles and will be able to program the most appropriate moment to perform the follicular puncture.
It can be performed in your country of residence with your trusted gynecologist.
At that time, the patient should stop all the medication she was taking and inject an ovulation inducer..
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Pick-up of the eggs
36 hours after administering the ovulation inducer, the woman will go to the fertility clinic to undergo a follicular puncture.
Follicular puncture consists of a small surgical procedure to extract the woman’s eggs.
This procedure lasts between 15-20 minutes and is performed under sedation.
After the procedure, the patient rests for a while in the clinic. Afterwards, the patient is discharged to continue with her normal activities.
In vitro fertilization
As soon as the eggs are retrieved, they are taken to the laboratory to be fertilized with the semen sample. This fertilization gives rise to a series of embryos, which remain under observation for 3 to 5 days.
During this time, the assisted reproduction specialists study the evolution of the embryos and analyze which are suitable for pregnancy.
Transfer of the embryo
A few days after fertilization, a cell is extracted from each embryo for the study of the embryonic DNA in order to study the most common genetic diseases.
Once the results of this study are obtained, the woman prepares for the transfer.
Transfer
Embryo transfer can be performed in the next menstrual cycle, starting on the first day of menstruation with hormone replacement therapy (TSH).
The gynecologist will perform control ultrasounds
The gynecologist will perform control ultrasounds until the endometrium is ready for the transfer, when progesterone is added and the transfer is scheduled.
Pregnancy Test
Ten days after the embryo transfer, our specialists perform a pregnancy test on the patient. This test is performed by a blood test, as it is more reliable than urine.
If the result of the test is positive, we perform ultrasound checks on the woman to ensure that the evolution of the pregnancy is favorable. If, after the second ultrasound, it is observed that the evolution of the pregnancy is positive, we discharge the patient
¿What is the probability of getting pregnant?
The success rate of in vitro fertilization depends on many factors. Two of the most important are the age of the woman and the quality of the embryos.
However, we can tell you that in vitro fertilization is the assisted reproduction treatment that offers the highest success rate. For example, it is much higher than that of artificial insemination. And, in addition, it should be noted that the probability of pregnancy increases with each cycle of in vitro fertilization.
That we said, the chances of getting pregnant in the first IVF cycle are approximately 60%.
In Vitro fertilisation + Preimplantation genetic diagnosis. What is the price for the In Vitro fertilization + PGT?
Price of IVF + PGT from
7.950€
First
free visit
Up to 24 monthly payments
0
% of interest
Possibility to adapt payments to your needs: Representative example for a loan of €7,950 over a period of 24 months. Cash price €7,950 TIN 0%, APR 0%. 24 installments of €331.25. Total amount financed: €7,950. Total price in installments and total amount owed: €7,950. Financing offered by Sabadell Consumer Finance and subject to your approval.
Frequent questions
Can PGT affect or cause abnormalities in embryos?
It is a safe technique that allows an accurate genetic analysis without altering the embryo.
¿How long does it take to get the PGT results?
Between 2 and 4 weeks
Why is it indicated for women over 37 years old?
Because after the age of 35 the quality of the ovaries begins to decrease, so performing PGD can increase the pregnancy rate.
Can PGT be used to choose the sex of the baby?
With this technique it is possible to know the sex of the baby, but according to Spanish law the sex of the baby cannot be chosen.
Know the opinions of our patients
Marta Balaguer, Barcelona, España
★★★★★ 5/5
I have been to other clinics and there is no comparison with the human and personal treatment that I have received in the Center of Barcelona. Waiting for pregnancy test results. 🤞 Wish me luck
Raquel López, Girona, España
★★★★★ 5/5
Thanks to the doctors’ experience we felt very calm and the results were highly successful.
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