Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to frequently asked questions related to treatment and care.
Frequently Asked Questions About IVF, Infertility and the Treatment Process.
From the first consultation to IVF and ICSI, treatment monitoring and the period after embryo transfer, we have grouped the questions patients ask most often under clear headings.
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Before Your First Appointment.
What documents should I bring to the first consultation?
Previous test results, ultrasound reports, semen analysis, operation reports and records from previous assisted reproduction treatments can be useful if available.
Do I need to attend the first consultation with my partner?
When possible, assessing the couple together can be helpful; however, the consultation can also be planned differently according to individual circumstances.
Do I need to fast before the consultation?
A routine first consultation usually does not require fasting. If a specific test or procedure is planned for the same day, the team will inform you beforehand.
Should I stop my regular medications?
Do not stop regular medication without medical advice. Please tell the doctor about all medicines and supplements you are taking.
Causes and Necessary Investigations.
Is infertility only caused by female factors?
No. Infertility may be related to female factors, male factors, both partners or unexplained factors; therefore the couple is assessed together.
How is it decided which tests are needed?
Medical history, age, previous results, examination findings and the couple’s individual characteristics are considered together. The same test list is not applied to every patient.
What does ovarian reserve show?
Ovarian reserve is one of the indicators used in treatment planning; on its own, it does not determine the chance of pregnancy or egg quality with certainty.
Why is semen analysis important?
Female and male factors are considered together when planning pregnancy. Semen analysis is one of the basic assessments of male reproductive health.
In Vitro Fertilisation and Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection.
What is IVF treatment?
IVF is an assisted reproduction treatment that includes ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, fertilisation in the laboratory, monitoring embryo development and transfer of a suitable embryo to the uterus.
Are IVF and ICSI the same thing?
No. IVF refers to the overall treatment process, while ICSI is a specific fertilisation technique in which a sperm cell is injected into an egg during the laboratory stage.
Is ICSI used for every patient?
No. The fertilisation method is selected according to semen parameters, egg number, previous treatment outcomes and embryology assessment.
Can IVF success be guaranteed?
No. Outcomes can be influenced by age, ovarian reserve, semen parameters, embryo development, uterine factors and other clinical variables.
Medication, Monitoring and Laboratory Stages.
How long does IVF treatment take?
The duration varies according to the protocol and individual response. Stimulation, monitoring, egg retrieval, embryo development and transfer timing are planned together.
How often are monitoring appointments during treatment?
The frequency of monitoring depends on the ovarian response to treatment. Ultrasound and, when needed, blood tests may be used during follow-up.
Does every collected egg become an embryo?
No. Maturity, fertilisation and embryo development do not progress in the same way for every egg; each stage is assessed separately in the laboratory.
Transfer Day and Afterwards.
How is embryo transfer performed?
The selected embryo is placed into the uterus using a thin catheter. The preparation and procedure are explained beforehand.
Is bed rest needed after embryo transfer?
Individual advice is provided after the procedure. Return to daily activities and any specific restrictions are assessed according to the patient’s situation.
When is the pregnancy test performed?
The timing of the blood pregnancy test depends on the developmental stage of the transferred embryo and the treatment plan. Testing before the date provided by your clinic can be misleading.
Plan a Consultation for Your Individual Situation.
We can review your current results and medical history together and discuss your individual questions in detail.